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HJ06 KCX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

185,167 mi
Last recorded185,167 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ06 KCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2025 185,167 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 168,056 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 152,428 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))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 152,424 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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 18 Jan 2022 132,762 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 130,061 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 126,401 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative pre: 1 March 2018

Fail 24 Mar 2020 126,401 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative pre: 1 March 2018

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 119,205 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2019 119,205 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 113,651 miles

front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 31 Mar 2017 109,484 miles

front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 14 Mar 2016 105,257 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 99,049 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 88,738 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 25 Mar 2014 88,738 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 25 Mar 2013 81,460 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 81,460 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 70,772 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 62,881 miles

Advise headlamp aim on right lamp flay.

Advise parking brake travel long.

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 62,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Advise headlamp aim on right lamp flay.

Advise parking brake travel long.

Advise rear wiper blade split.

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 52,510 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 39,413 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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HJ06 KCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 HJ06 KCX, 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 HJ06 KCX registered?

HJ06 KCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 23 March 2006.

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