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GF55 ZHU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

156,101 mi
Last recorded156,101 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 ZHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 156,101 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 153,310 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 148,969 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 144,897 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2014 133,509 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 126,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 126,779 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 124,684 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 124,684 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2012 124,683 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2011 109,043 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 97,694 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 97,552 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 87,675 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 ZHU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZHU, 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 ZHU registered?

GF55 ZHU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is GF55 ZHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 ZHU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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