2006 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · MA56 MUU
2006 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 140,171 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,171 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA56 MUU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 140,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA56 MUU 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 E (MA56 MUU) between October 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”.
MA56 MUU Mileage History
- 23/10/2023128,303 mi
- 27/10/2023128,305 mi+2 mi
- 22/10/2024130,321 mi+2,016 mi
- 02/12/2025140,164 mi+9,843 mi
- 03/12/2025140,171 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 5,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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