2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.7L Petrol · YP06 YPG
2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.7L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 165,552 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,552 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP06 YPG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 165,552 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP06 YPG 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 (YP06 YPG) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
YP06 YPG Mileage History
- 06/07/202395,498 mi
- 28/06/202498,511 mi+3,013 mi
- 09/06/2025162,253 km
- 30/06/2026165,550 mi
- 06/07/2026165,552 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 23,350 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W169)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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