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EF06 HLP

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

63,901 mi
Last recorded63,901 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 HLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 63,901 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2025 63,895 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 59,502 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 56,366 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 56,366 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 51,695 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 51,695 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 47,571 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 39,954 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 39,953 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 34,609 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018
Pass 19 Jun 2017 28,288 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Jun 2017 28,278 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 May 2016 26,183 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 24,504 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 22,507 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 20,344 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2012 18,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 16,375 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 13,752 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 10,579 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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EF06 HLP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EF06 HLP, 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 EF06 HLP registered?

EF06 HLP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is EF06 HLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF06 HLP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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