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HW56 HFM

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

58,934 mi
Last recorded58,934 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW56 HFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 58,934 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Nov 2025 58,924 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

ENGINE OIL JUST ABOVE MINIMUM

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Dec 2024 51,374 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 51,374 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 49,414 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 49,412 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 48,032 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 48,030 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 46,518 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Thorn it tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2020 44,841 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 44,841 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 43,847 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 42,357 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 42,357 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 42,303 miles

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))

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

undertrays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 22 Nov 2017 40,477 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Fail 21 Nov 2017 40,473 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)

undertrays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 21 Nov 2016 38,655 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 20 Nov 2015 36,715 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 33,876 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 31,498 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 28,901 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 25,175 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 20,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 16,029 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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HW56 HFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 HW56 HFM, 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 HW56 HFM registered?

HW56 HFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is HW56 HFM safe to buy?

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