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GL55 OTX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,776 mi
Last recorded111,776 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 OTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 111,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Parking brakes only just met the minimum requirements it appears adjustment or repair maybe required

Fail 25 Nov 2017 111,776 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Parking brakes only just met the minimum requirements it appears adjustment or repair maybe required

Pass 1 Nov 2016 105,237 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 105,237 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 95,689 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 95,689 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 80,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 80,379 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 66,015 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 57,467 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 57,467 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 48,004 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 35,133 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 28,497 miles

Centre rear seatbelt buckle outer casing smashed, but still operates normally.

Front brake pads low.

N/s/f tyre low 215 40 18

rear washers in op.

Pass 19 Jan 2009 21,692 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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GL55 OTX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL55 OTX, 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 GL55 OTX registered?

GL55 OTX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 January 2006.

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The MOT history for GL55 OTX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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