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HG06 VLK

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,249 mi
Last recorded121,249 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 VLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 121,249 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion to chassis and components

Fail 6 May 2022 121,249 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion to chassis and components

Pass 30 Sep 2021 117,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 112,143 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 106,979 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 100,146 miles

Central Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Fail 14 May 2018 100,146 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)

Central Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front tyre has major cuts

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

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

Pass 23 May 2017 93,741 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 87,095 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 87,079 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside rear brake is slightly binding.

Pass 15 Dec 2015 87,036 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 81,684 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 May 2015 81,609 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 May 2014 71,317 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 62,493 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre wearing heavy on outer edge.

Fail 14 May 2013 62,493 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre wearing heavy on outer edge.

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 21 May 2012 54,249 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle fitted with plastic covers over outer sill panels.

Pass 23 May 2011 42,612 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 34,539 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 34,539 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 24,481 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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HG06 VLK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,699cc petrol 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 HG06 VLK, 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 HG06 VLK registered?

HG06 VLK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 16 June 2006.

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