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KY56 RXA

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

134,102 mi
Last recorded134,102 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY56 RXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 134,102 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 127,778 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 127,778 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 120,946 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 113,632 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 103,692 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 94,146 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 94,146 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 11 Jul 2020 91,110 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav and phone holder

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush deteriorating/splitting, but has no movement (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush deteriorating/splitting, but has no movement (5.3.2 (c))

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

Parking brake has little reserve travel,in need of adjustment or repair.

Fail 10 Jul 2020 91,110 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav and phone holder

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush deteriorating/splitting, but has no movement (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush deteriorating/splitting, but has no movement (5.3.2 (c))

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

Parking brake has little reserve travel,in need of adjustment or repair.

Pass 1 Aug 2019 87,654 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 87,653 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 81,873 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 78,225 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 75,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing inspection of safety belt

Pass 22 May 2014 71,548 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 64,156 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 55,688 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 49,733 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 43,585 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 43,585 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 May 2009 36,075 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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KY56 RXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 KY56 RXA, 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 KY56 RXA registered?

KY56 RXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is KY56 RXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY56 RXA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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