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LD56 PKX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

112,385 mi
Last recorded112,385 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 PKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 112,385 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 107,653 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 103,000 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel uj (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2024 102,973 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Lower Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel uj (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 97,284 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under covers fitted

Fail 23 May 2023 97,284 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

under covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 96,946 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 94,681 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 90,117 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 85,723 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 85,723 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 74,433 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 74,433 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 56,829 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 44,237 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 32,596 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 21,189 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 15,726 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 14,772 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 10,511 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 10,511 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LD56 PKX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LD56 PKX, 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 LD56 PKX registered?

LD56 PKX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is LD56 PKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 PKX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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