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LX56 OEP

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,647 mi
Last recorded52,647 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 OEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 52,647 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 52,647 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 48,951 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 48,010 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 46,341 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 45,321 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 43,240 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 40,891 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 40,891 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 39,108 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2018 39,108 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 38,722 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 38,722 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 38,139 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 34,942 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Nov 2014 32,246 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 31,644 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 27,800 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 21,798 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 17,738 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 14,676 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

o/s front tyre cut on outer wall.

Pass 22 Sep 2009 10,936 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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LX56 OEP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LX56 OEP, 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 LX56 OEP?

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What year was LX56 OEP registered?

LX56 OEP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is LX56 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX56 OEP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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