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EK56 FFA

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 2034cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

115,924 mi
Last recorded115,924 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,034cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 115,924 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 114,138 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 114,138 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 111,587 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

noise from engine area

Fail 7 Nov 2016 111,587 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

noise from engine area

Pass 16 Nov 2015 109,867 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 109,867 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 106,877 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 106,877 miles

Nearside Front 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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 102,802 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 102,802 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 96,031 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 85,474 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 85,474 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 68,080 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre low on outer edge

n/s/f tyrewall has slight damage not deep enough to expose cords

some testable items not checked due to under vehicle covers fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2009 51,786 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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EK56 FFA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 2,034cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EK56 FFA, 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 EK56 FFA registered?

EK56 FFA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 September 2006.

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