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KO06 EKC

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

100,712 mi
Last recorded100,712 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO06 EKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 100,712 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 95,914 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2020 95,909 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 91,832 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 91,830 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 89,986 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Apr 2017 83,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 83,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 72,981 miles

N/S/R Tyre nail in tread

Fail 21 Dec 2015 72,981 miles

N/S/R Tyre nail in tread

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 62,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/S/F Tyre inner edge worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2014 62,433 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F Tyre inner edge worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2014 52,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Fail 3 Jan 2014 52,122 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 18 Oct 2012 45,178 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2011 38,012 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2010 30,177 miles

Both rear tyres heavily feathered on inner edge of tread

Front brake discs worn / lipped

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 30,177 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both rear tyres heavily feathered on inner edge of tread

Front brake discs worn / lipped

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 24,530 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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KO06 EKC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 KO06 EKC, 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 KO06 EKC registered?

KO06 EKC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 July 2006.

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