2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · G980 XBL
2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 106,761 miles. MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,761 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G980 XBL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 106,761 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G980 XBL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (G980 XBL) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
G980 XBL Mileage History
- 30/08/202299,039 mi
- 29/08/2023101,800 mi+2,761 mi
- 29/08/2024104,394 mi+2,594 mi
- 03/09/2024104,394 mi
- 27/08/2025106,761 mi+2,367 mi
Average of roughly 2,581 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W169)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- CVT / clutch actuator wearSerious
Automatic W169s can suffer worn clutch actuators or CVT issues.
- Timing chain stretch and tensioner wearSerious
Petrol M266 engines can suffer from timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, leading to a rattling noise on cold start. If left unchecked, the chain can jump and cause catastrophic engine damage.
- Injector seal and fuel system faultsModerate
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