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HG56 EVM

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Gold Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,613 mi
Last recorded148,613 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 EVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 148,613 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 143,603 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 133,779 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 122,486 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 113,063 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 106,585 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2019 106,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 103,610 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,162 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 97,181 miles

both front tyre slightly worn outer sidewall

o/s rear tyre slightly worn outer sidewall

Fail 12 Apr 2016 97,181 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyre slightly worn outer sidewall

o/s rear tyre slightly worn outer sidewall

Pass 17 Apr 2015 94,562 miles

emission clear

Pass 4 Mar 2014 90,860 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 90,670 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 80,616 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 50,616 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 50,616 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 41,318 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 36,314 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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HG56 EVM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Gold with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG56 EVM, 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

How do I check the history of HG56 EVM?

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What year was HG56 EVM registered?

HG56 EVM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is HG56 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 EVM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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