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LN56 YTV

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,206 mi
Last recorded130,206 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 YTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 130,206 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 130,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 121,494 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 117,763 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2017 115,239 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 103,528 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 93,664 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 81,728 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 74,094 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 74,094 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 56,453 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 56,453 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 36,901 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 26,798 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 26,782 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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LN56 YTV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LN56 YTV, 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 LN56 YTV registered?

LN56 YTV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is LN56 YTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN56 YTV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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