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KT55 KFU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

60,072 mi
Last recorded60,072 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT55 KFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 60,072 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2020 60,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 57,398 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 57,301 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 55,451 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 55,148 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 50,877 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 76,992 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 72,735 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 72,680 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2014 71,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 May 2013 43,085 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jun 2012 40,349 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 May 2012 40,325 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/r tyre outer side wall is slightly cut and damaged

Pass 26 May 2011 37,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 35,012 miles

both front tyres surface cracked

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2009 28,470 miles

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

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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KT55 KFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KT55 KFU, 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 KT55 KFU registered?

KT55 KFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 8 February 2006.

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