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KV06 VWX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

147,450 mi
Last recorded147,450 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 VWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 147,450 miles

Front brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 147,450 miles

Front brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 126,669 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 126,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 114,555 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

n/s side repeater lens cracked

n/s/f jacking point missing

n/s/f tyre has wear on edges

o/s/f fog lamp smashed

Fail 14 Mar 2013 114,555 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

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

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

both rear tyres perishing

n/s side repeater lens cracked

n/s/f jacking point missing

n/s/f tyre has wear on edges

o/s/f fog lamp smashed

Pass 3 Mar 2012 91,294 miles

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

front wipers smeary

Pass 4 Mar 2011 76,167 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 62,418 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

rear tyres wearing unevenly. (castling)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 44,594 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 44,594 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on both edges close to legal limit

o/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

rear wiper split

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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KV06 VWX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KV06 VWX, 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 KV06 VWX registered?

KV06 VWX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is KV06 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV06 VWX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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