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BV56 XBZ

2006 Mercedes-benz A 200

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

83,301 mi
Last recorded83,301 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz A 20060,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA 200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 83,301 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 83,277 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 81,560 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 79,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 75,903 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 75,903 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 74,783 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 74,782 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 73,555 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears **SIGNIFICANTLY FEATHERED**** 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 73,555 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth worn through (1.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears **SIGNIFICANTLY FEATHERED**** 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 71,416 miles

Brake pedal rubber badly worn

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear sidelight way brighter than O/S

Nearside washer jet poor delivery

Pass 16 Aug 2018 67,010 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 67,010 miles

Nearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 62,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 56,011 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 56,011 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 50,029 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 44,807 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 13 Aug 2013 40,644 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 36,198 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 32,450 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 28,519 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,590 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A 200?

Based on 37,458 MOT tests across 2,967 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
6,141
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
2,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 267
coil spring broken 179
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BV56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200 in Grey 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 A 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 60,582 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 A 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 267 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV56 XBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz A 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV56 XBZ registered?

BV56 XBZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A 200, first registered on 7 September 2006.

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