2006 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · LD56 UAK
2006 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 68,365 miles. MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,365 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD56 UAK Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2024
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD56 UAK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (LD56 UAK) between September 2009 and August 2024.
The record contains 16 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LD56 UAK Mileage History
- 08/09/200927,543 mi
- 28/07/201034,275 mi+6,732 mi
- 19/08/201034,297 mi+22 mi
- 26/08/201139,106 mi+4,809 mi
- 20/08/201242,509 mi+3,403 mi
- 31/07/201345,813 mi+3,304 mi
- 18/08/201449,958 mi+4,145 mi
- 28/08/201553,877 mi+3,919 mi
- 25/08/201657,365 mi+3,488 mi
- 04/09/201758,786 mi+1,421 mi
- 21/08/201860,388 mi+1,602 mi
- 03/09/201961,630 mi+1,242 mi
- 12/08/202061,708 mi+78 mi
- 12/10/202168,365 mi+6,657 mi
Average of roughly 3,376 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W211)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Airmatic Air Spring / Compressor FailureSerious
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- Rear SAM / Water Ingress FaultsModerate
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