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OV56 WUX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 2034cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

73,953 mi
Last recorded73,953 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 WUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,034cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 73,953 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2026 73,953 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 73,620 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 71,270 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 67,797 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 64,312 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 61,332 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 58,307 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 53,803 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Oct 2017 50,226 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 44,763 miles

front wipers smear

rear service brake effort a bit low

Pass 23 Sep 2015 42,028 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 42,026 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 38,063 miles

Oil leak

X4 tyres deteriorating

Fail 13 Oct 2014 38,063 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

X4 tyres deteriorating

Pass 16 Oct 2013 33,495 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 33,492 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 27,100 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 27,100 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 23,427 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 18,055 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 13,340 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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OV56 WUX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 2,034cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OV56 WUX, 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 OV56 WUX registered?

OV56 WUX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is OV56 WUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 WUX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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