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GF55 XFT

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,700 mi
Last recorded93,700 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 XFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 93,700 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 88,309 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 84,346 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 83,626 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 81,355 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 81,355 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2021 74,944 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen has slight chip

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2021 74,944 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen has slight chip

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 67,508 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 64,243 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 60,839 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 60,839 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 57,221 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 57,221 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 52,817 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 49,664 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 46,029 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,616 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 36,658 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 31,097 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 24,901 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 19,019 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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GF55 XFT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GF55 XFT, 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 GF55 XFT registered?

GF55 XFT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is GF55 XFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 XFT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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