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MV56 CGU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,113 mi
Last recorded142,113 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 CGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 142,113 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 136,242 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 136,242 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 106,141 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 106,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 100,801 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 100,765 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 93,095 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 87,171 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2013 80,460 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 73,276 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 64,751 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 44,736 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 38,586 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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MV56 CGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MV56 CGU, 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.

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What year was MV56 CGU registered?

MV56 CGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is MV56 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 CGU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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