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BD56 SFY

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

129,292 mi
Last recorded129,292 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 SFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 129,292 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side rear in places should replace (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive should investigate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 129,292 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side rear in places should replace (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive should investigate (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 120,067 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 118,569 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2024 118,558 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2022 113,492 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 112,437 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 112,437 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 111,051 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 109,969 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 107,284 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 103,733 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 97,790 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 90,931 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 84,475 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 77,493 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 68,764 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 68,764 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 61,300 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 61,300 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 51,704 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 40,934 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 40,934 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front 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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BD56 SFY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BD56 SFY, 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 BD56 SFY registered?

BD56 SFY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is BD56 SFY safe to buy?

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