2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Diesel · YC06 LYW
2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 May 2006. Recorded mileage 85,397 miles. MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,397 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- 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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YC06 LYW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2024
- 85,397 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC06 LYW 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 (YC06 LYW) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YC06 LYW Mileage History
- 18/03/202254,653 mi
- 08/03/202367,318 mi+12,665 mi
- 13/03/202367,318 mi
- 18/03/202485,397 mi+18,079 mi
- 18/03/202485,397 mi
Average of roughly 15,362 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: Poor
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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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