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GY06 FMG

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,915 mi
Last recorded138,915 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY06 FMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 138,915 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Upper Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 135,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 135,873 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 132,332 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 132,332 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 36,995 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 36,979 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 102,592 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 98,431 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a slight lump and perishing on inner sidewall

Pass 26 Jan 2016 89,721 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 82,051 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Jan 2015 82,051 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 117,209 miles

Rust on rear brake discs.

Pass 21 Jan 2014 117,199 miles

Rust on rear brake discs.

Pass 26 Jan 2013 71,132 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 71,132 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 64,568 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 50,657 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 43,773 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 43,773 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 43,572 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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GY06 FMG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GY06 FMG, 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 GY06 FMG registered?

GY06 FMG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 2 March 2006.

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