2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2.1L Diesel · SO06 RGX
2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (2.1L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 214,226 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 214,226 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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SO06 RGX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
- 214,226 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO06 RGX 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 Sprinter (SO06 RGX) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 March 2026 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 (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced betwee”; “Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury doors (6.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SO06 RGX Mileage History
- 06/02/2024184,584 mi
- 31/01/2025198,924 mi+14,340 mi
- 17/02/2025199,286 mi+362 mi
- 16/02/2026213,537 mi+14,251 mi
- 02/03/2026214,226 mi+689 mi
Average of roughly 14,340 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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