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FV55 VYM

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

73,484 mi
Last recorded73,484 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 VYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 73,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 70,347 miles

Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 67,067 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 63,215 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 58,967 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 56,169 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 53,784 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 50,954 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 46,947 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 46,947 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 41,393 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 35,628 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 35,626 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 31,258 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 28,166 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 28,065 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 23,864 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 22,941 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 22,870 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Jan 2010 20,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 18,166 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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FV55 VYM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FV55 VYM, 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 FV55 VYM?

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What year was FV55 VYM registered?

FV55 VYM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is FV55 VYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 VYM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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