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LX56 VPE

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

107,906 mi
Last recorded107,906 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 107,906 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2025 107,906 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 102,336 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2024 102,336 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 94,478 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 84,616 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 76,585 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 70,154 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 64,258 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 52,449 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 43,065 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 40,482 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,129 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 37,245 miles

Near side rear tyre cracking

Off side rear tyre cracking

Fail 22 Mar 2014 33,376 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 33,376 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 29,779 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 29,779 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 17 Sep 2011 23,923 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 20,705 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 11,960 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 VPE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,498cc 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 LX56 VPE, 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 LX56 VPE registered?

LX56 VPE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 17 September 2006.

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