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BV56 PXA

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,156 mi
Last recorded77,156 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 PXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 77,156 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 77,156 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 63,833 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel tank pipe corroded

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Washer jet poor operation

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 63,829 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear brake/suspension components corroded

Rear fuel filler pipes corroded but not leaking at this time

Pass 21 Nov 2023 56,004 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 54,590 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 53,091 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 50,790 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 48,150 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 48,150 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 45,117 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 45,097 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 41,026 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2016 37,515 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 34,838 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 31,617 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 27,018 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 23,070 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 19,454 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 15,691 miles

Nearside 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)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 11,425 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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BV56 PXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BV56 PXA, 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 BV56 PXA registered?

BV56 PXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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