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AY06 XUH

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,745 mi
Last recorded101,745 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 XUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 101,745 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 96,994 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2021 96,994 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 96,987 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wiper blade split.

Pass 13 Nov 2020 96,159 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2020 96,159 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2019 94,418 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 92,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 92,173 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 89,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 82,806 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively close to excess (3.7.B.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 82,766 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 0mm on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively close to excess (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 74,290 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2014 70,689 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 60,555 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 58,017 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 53,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2011 49,691 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 45,042 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 39,578 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 39,578 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/R tyre 2mm in places

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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AY06 XUH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY06 XUH, 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.

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What year was AY06 XUH registered?

AY06 XUH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 March 2006.

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