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KN56 RCX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

78,044 mi
Last recorded78,044 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 RCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 78,044 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2020 78,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 70,338 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 70,338 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 66,671 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 66,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 62,482 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 62,482 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 60,449 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2016 60,540 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 60,203 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 60,203 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 54,044 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 47,122 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 42,104 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 42,104 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 35,371 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,696 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 24,324 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 24,324 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 18,937 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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KN56 RCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 KN56 RCX, 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 KN56 RCX registered?

KN56 RCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is KN56 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN56 RCX shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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