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B5 WRL

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,248 mi
Last recorded121,248 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 WRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 121,248 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 121,244 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 114,842 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 107,057 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring componets

Pass 21 Dec 2015 95,700 miles

cut on inside n/s/f tyre not exposing cords

Fail 21 Dec 2015 95,700 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cut on inside n/s/f tyre not exposing cords

Pass 6 Oct 2014 86,259 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 83,550 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 83,550 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2012 80,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 65,203 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 60,958 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 49,377 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 49,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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B5 WRL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 B5 WRL, 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 B5 WRL registered?

B5 WRL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 19 April 2006.

Is B5 WRL safe to buy?

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