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FV06 PVJ

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

208,168 mi
Last recorded208,168 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 PVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 208,168 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 208,168 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 128,414 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 16 Oct 2020 128,414 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 1 Feb 2020 127,793 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 127,782 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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 Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 127,522 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 119,955 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 18,744 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 18,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 102,971 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 88,931 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 78,758 miles

n/s headlamp light output low

Fail 26 Jun 2012 78,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s headlamp light output low

Pass 24 Jun 2011 68,347 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 55,772 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2009 41,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2009 41,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FV06 PVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FV06 PVJ, 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 FV06 PVJ registered?

FV06 PVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 June 2006.

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