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AK56 LXB

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,309 mi
Last recorded100,309 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 LXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 100,309 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 100,205 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wiper blades smeary

Fuel tank filler neck corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nsr tyre valve cracking

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has minor surface chipping

Pass 27 Aug 2013 87,137 miles

Drive belt noisy

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rearf wiper split

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 77,913 miles

Fuel tank filler neck slightly corroded

NS headlamp dim

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Slight lateral play in NSF suspension strut under load

Pass 7 Sep 2011 66,465 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 56,190 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 43,039 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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AK56 LXB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 69,513 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK56 LXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK56 LXB registered?

AK56 LXB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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