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LR56 EAC

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

69,315 mi
Last recorded69,315 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 EAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 69,315 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 69,315 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 64,961 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2023 60,848 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 55,733 miles

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 12 Oct 2021 52,053 miles

Both rear indicator bulbs faded

Both rear tyres perished on edges

Fail 12 Oct 2021 52,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear indicator bulbs faded

Both rear tyres perished on edges

Pass 4 Nov 2020 47,484 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2019 46,361 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 46,361 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 44,906 miles

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

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 17 Oct 2017 43,087 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 39,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracked / feathered

Pass 6 Oct 2015 37,245 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly feathered and slightly cracking

offside rear tyre feathered and slightly cracking

Pass 30 Sep 2014 32,819 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 28,452 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 24,340 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,334 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 14,224 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 9,854 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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LR56 EAC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LR56 EAC, 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 LR56 EAC registered?

LR56 EAC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is LR56 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 EAC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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