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LK55 OUX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

86,352 mi
Last recorded86,352 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 OUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 86,352 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 83,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2025 83,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 81,258 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 77,082 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 73,135 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 66,351 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 66,351 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 60,300 miles

O/S/R tyre has crack on the inner sidewall

Fail 13 Jul 2019 60,300 miles

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

O/S/R tyre has crack on the inner sidewall

Pass 14 Jul 2018 55,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 49,796 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 44,692 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 39,625 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 36,045 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 36,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 33,344 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2013 33,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 30,993 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 30,993 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 27,135 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 25,044 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 25,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 20,880 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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LK55 OUX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 LK55 OUX, 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 LK55 OUX registered?

LK55 OUX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 9 January 2006.

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