MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
176,834 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Both rear tyres starting to perish
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Front tyres worn on outer edges & nail in offside. Both rear tyres perished.
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?
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GF56 XEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 GF56 XEB, 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 GF56 XEB registered?
GF56 XEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 17 November 2006.
Is GF56 XEB safe to buy?
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