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FH06 LYV

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 2034cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

132,039 mi
Last recorded132,039 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 LYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,034cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 132,039 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 132,039 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 5 Sep 2019 131,544 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding Hand brake clevis seized (1.2.1 (f))

Both front wheel arches broken and missing bits

Child seat fitted N/S/R

General corrosion on underside

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Small hole in cv boot

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 118,348 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2018 118,348 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 106,900 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 94,476 miles

Front fog light not working

Offside Rear Bumper insecure ()

Fail 16 Sep 2016 94,475 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front fog light not working

Offside Rear Bumper insecure ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 81,971 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 81,971 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 66,828 miles

nearside front,nearside rear and offside front tyres walls damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2013 63,350 miles

slight damage to n/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 20 Jun 2012 50,127 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 33,072 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 33,072 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 11,999 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 11,999 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FH06 LYV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 2,034cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FH06 LYV, 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 FH06 LYV registered?

FH06 LYV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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The MOT history for FH06 LYV shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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