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MA06 VRO

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,721 mi
Last recorded135,721 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 VRO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 135,721 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jul 2016 123,713 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 120,803 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

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)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 118,877 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 118,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 97,846 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 97,846 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 83,255 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 83,255 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2010 63,232 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 47,169 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pads & discs heavily worn.

Fail 24 Apr 2009 47,169 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front & rear brake pads & discs heavily worn.

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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MA06 VRO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MA06 VRO, 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 MA06 VRO?

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What year was MA06 VRO registered?

MA06 VRO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is MA06 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA06 VRO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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