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LR56 GXH

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,562 mi
Last recorded99,562 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 GXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 99,562 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 99,562 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 98,153 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 98,134 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 96,954 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 96,954 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 95,231 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 95,219 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 92,357 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 92,357 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 90,165 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 88,090 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 88,090 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 84,684 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 84,654 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner 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))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,396 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 80,396 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 71,871 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 71,830 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2015 60,034 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 60,034 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 41,669 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 27,107 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 27,107 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,610 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,077 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 15,077 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 9,305 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LR56 GXH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LR56 GXH, 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 GXH registered?

LR56 GXH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is LR56 GXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 GXH shows 28 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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