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LX06 OTU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

81,158 mi
Last recorded81,158 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX06 OTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 81,158 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 81,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front brake discs worn/corroding

Front number plate cracked

Rear number plate deteriorating

Rear tyres perishing

engine mounts worn

secondary brake free play

Pass 3 Jan 2025 79,814 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 78,619 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 77,302 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 75,627 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 73,563 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 72,207 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 70,958 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 69,005 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 69,005 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 May 2016 64,972 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 64,972 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 62,141 miles

rear discs poor condition

Pass 30 May 2014 54,552 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

Fail 30 May 2014 54,552 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres 2mm

Pass 12 Feb 2013 41,126 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 35,236 miles

nearside rear tyre out of shape

offside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 14 Feb 2011 30,155 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 24,492 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 19,889 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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LX06 OTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LX06 OTU, 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 LX06 OTU?

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What year was LX06 OTU registered?

LX06 OTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is LX06 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX06 OTU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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