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DS56 LGU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,016 mi
Last recorded140,016 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS56 LGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 140,016 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 139,990 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

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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DS56 LGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DS56 LGU, 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

How do I check the history of DS56 LGU?

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What year was DS56 LGU registered?

DS56 LGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DS56 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS56 LGU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS56 LGU have outstanding finance?

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