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EY06 FHJ

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,029 mi
Last recorded106,029 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY06 FHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2025 106,029 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2025 106,029 miles

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jan 2024 96,779 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 89,824 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR + OSR heavily worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 89,824 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR + OSR heavily worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 88,036 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 86,569 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 86,569 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 85,153 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 85,153 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 82,022 miles

front tyres worn on edges

rear brake discs slightly rusted

Pass 16 Aug 2017 78,812 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 76,119 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 76,071 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 76,071 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 75,128 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 64,639 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

engine oil on minimum

Pass 12 Jul 2012 52,961 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 52,960 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake wear indicator warning light on

Fail 7 Feb 2011 34,623 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 34,623 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 28,653 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 18,791 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 18,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre inner wall starting to split

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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EY06 FHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EY06 FHJ, 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 EY06 FHJ registered?

EY06 FHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 July 2006.

Is EY06 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY06 FHJ shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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