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BF56 DCX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

111,552 mi
Last recorded111,552 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 DCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 111,552 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 111,552 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 107,903 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 105,713 miles

Offside Front Outer c v boot twisted

sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,379 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 99,726 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2019 99,718 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 95,291 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 90,590 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 90,590 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 85,073 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 85,005 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 78,265 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 71,607 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 64,692 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight wear to both front tyres on edges

Pass 7 Aug 2012 57,067 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 50,076 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 43,074 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 32,633 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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BF56 DCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 BF56 DCX, 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 BF56 DCX registered?

BF56 DCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is BF56 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 DCX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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