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FY06 UWS

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,764 mi
Last recorded118,764 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 UWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 118,764 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

covers over testable items

Fail 7 Apr 2016 118,764 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement hand brake (3.5.1k)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

covers over testable items

Pass 2 Apr 2015 111,492 miles

brake pads getting low all round front brake discs worn

hand brake travel high

Pass 4 Nov 2013 100,619 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 89,463 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 89,463 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 79,042 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 65,371 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 53,963 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 53,963 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 43,212 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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FY06 UWS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FY06 UWS, 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 FY06 UWS registered?

FY06 UWS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is FY06 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 UWS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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