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KP56 GZX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

127,992 mi
Last recorded127,992 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 GZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 127,992 miles

both rear outer seat belt slow retracting

Fail 15 Sep 2023 127,990 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear outer seat belt slow retracting

Pass 2 Sep 2022 111,589 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

T M P S light on dash indicating a fault

hand brake requires adjusting

Fail 2 Sep 2022 111,589 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

T M P S light on dash indicating a fault

hand brake requires adjusting

Pass 9 Sep 2021 91,650 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 81,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 76,188 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 76,188 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 75,870 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 75,140 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light indicates a fault

Fail 9 Mar 2017 75,122 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 74,297 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 74,295 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 73,284 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Fail 13 Jan 2015 73,284 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2013 71,558 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 70,255 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 23 Nov 2012 70,255 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Oct 2011 67,439 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 67,439 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside front brake disc pitted

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 26 May 2011 66,500 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 66,500 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 42,240 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 42,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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KP56 GZX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KP56 GZX, 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 KP56 GZX registered?

KP56 GZX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is KP56 GZX safe to buy?

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