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LV56 JCJ

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,049 mi
Last recorded73,049 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 JCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 73,049 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 73,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 71,309 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 69,350 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 69,350 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 63,726 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 57,872 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 57,298 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 56,364 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 55,683 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 52,774 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 48,129 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 46,753 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 45,008 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 39,959 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 35,833 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 32,773 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 27,139 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 21,718 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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LV56 JCJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LV56 JCJ, 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

How do I check the history of LV56 JCJ?

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What year was LV56 JCJ registered?

LV56 JCJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is LV56 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 JCJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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