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KP55 JTU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

220,426 mi
Last recorded220,426 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 JTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2022 220,426 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2022 220,426 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 209,415 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 203,258 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))

brake fluid discoloured

lower covers fitted

malfunction warning message in dash

Fail 6 Jan 2020 203,255 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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))

brake fluid discoloured

lower covers fitted

malfunction warning message in dash

Pass 10 Jan 2019 190,211 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

front numberplate damaged

handbrake balance

right front wing/bumper/headlamp damaged

suspension corroded

Fail 8 Jan 2019 190,113 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested Lamp/Mounting damaged (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

front numberplate damaged

handbrake balance

right front wing/bumper/headlamp damaged

suspension corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2018 175,931 miles

front numberplate damaged

handbrake balance

front brake pads worn close to limit

left/right rear tyre treads worn on edge

windscreen damaged

Fail 19 Jan 2018 175,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

windscreen damaged

front brake pads worn close to limit

front numberplate damaged

handbrake balance

left/right rear tyre treads worn on edge

Pass 21 Feb 2017 162,507 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 149,084 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 138,307 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 125,412 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 110,241 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 97,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 85,221 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs worn and lipped

both rear brake dics worn and corroded

child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully check seat belt

Pass 2 Feb 2010 73,188 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 57,141 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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KP55 JTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KP55 JTU, 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 KP55 JTU registered?

KP55 JTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is KP55 JTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 JTU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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