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FL06 XBF

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,187 mi
Last recorded66,187 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL06 XBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 66,187 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 66,187 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 58,497 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 58,496 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 51,295 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 45,318 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 72,713 miles

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

rear wiper split

Fail 6 Dec 2012 72,713 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear wiper split

Nail in offside front tyre

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

engine oil on minimum

Pass 1 Feb 2012 65,128 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 65,128 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 59,781 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 35,121 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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FL06 XBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FL06 XBF, 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 FL06 XBF registered?

FL06 XBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is FL06 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL06 XBF shows 12 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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