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FL56 KGU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,355 mi
Last recorded117,355 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 KGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 117,355 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2022 117,329 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer. on the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 105,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Dec 2021 105,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 104,341 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 96,332 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 81,447 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 81,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 72,553 miles

Rear pads getting low

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 72,552 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both fronts (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Rear pads getting low

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 65,460 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 57,484 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 49,680 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 41,293 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 34,482 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 22,824 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 11,183 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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FL56 KGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FL56 KGU, 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 FL56 KGU registered?

FL56 KGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is FL56 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 KGU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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