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HF56 LJE

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

129,070 mi
Last recorded129,070 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 LJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2025 129,070 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 127,806 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 107,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 101,093 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 101,093 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 99,288 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 95,613 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 90,329 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 84,646 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 79,966 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 74,550 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 65,789 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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HF56 LJE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 HF56 LJE, 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 HF56 LJE registered?

HF56 LJE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is HF56 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF56 LJE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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