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EY06 VLK

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

59,770 mi
Last recorded59,770 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY06 VLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 59,770 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2026 59,770 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 43,600 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 41,677 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 40,675 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 40,675 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer 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, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 39,269 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 36,541 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 35,901 miles

BRAKE WEAR WARNING LIGHT ON

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WEAR OUTER TREAD

Fail 10 May 2019 35,899 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

BRAKE WEAR WARNING LIGHT ON

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WEAR OUTER TREAD

Pass 15 May 2018 35,198 miles

BRAKE WEAR WARNING LIGHT ON OUTER PADS GOOD CANNOT SEE INNER PADS

Pass 16 May 2017 34,626 miles

brake pad wear warning message on

Fail 16 May 2017 34,626 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pad shims have moved

brake pad wear warning message on

engine management light on

Pass 20 May 2016 33,472 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 33,472 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,149 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 31,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 28,931 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,262 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 25,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 22,429 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 22,312 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 19,699 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,551 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,843 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (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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EY06 VLK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 VLK, 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 EY06 VLK?

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What year was EY06 VLK registered?

EY06 VLK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is EY06 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY06 VLK shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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