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KE56 FHJ

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,853 mi
Last recorded84,853 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 FHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 84,853 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 80,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 72,144 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 72,144 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 62,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 53,248 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fluid on brake calipers, possibly from brake bleeding

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Oct 2010 42,859 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 28,816 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)

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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KE56 FHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KE56 FHJ, 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 KE56 FHJ registered?

KE56 FHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is KE56 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE56 FHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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