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OV06 XOW

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

110,053 mi
Last recorded110,053 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV06 XOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 110,053 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 110,053 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working both only high level brake light works (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 100,255 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 100,255 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 143,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 79,317 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 68,374 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 68,374 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 58,796 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 50,953 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 50,953 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 48,660 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 44,542 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 37,910 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,140 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 29,563 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 29,563 miles

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

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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OV06 XOW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 OV06 XOW, 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 OV06 XOW registered?

OV06 XOW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is OV06 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV06 XOW shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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