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RJ06 GGV

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,572 mi
Last recorded109,572 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 GGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 109,572 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated adjustment required (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 100,996 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2024 88,684 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside mirror glass cracked

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 May 2024 88,677 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 May 2023 82,347 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 79,399 miles

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion non inner sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2022 79,388 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Tested to plate limit of 1.3 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion non inner sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 77,172 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 76,005 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler beck

Nearside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair lagging (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear all suspension surface corrosion

Rear axle corroded

engine cover and undertrays fitted, under trays damaged

Pass 17 May 2019 72,761 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

both front fog lights not working

engine covers under trays fitted

engine covers under trays fitted

front bumper secured with tape at sides

Pass 23 Apr 2018 67,876 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

engine malfunction light on

Pass 26 Apr 2017 63,345 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 22 Apr 2016 57,727 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 21 Apr 2015 52,484 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 48,599 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing on inner edges unevenly.

Pass 23 Apr 2013 43,534 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 43,531 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,590 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 33,919 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 28,150 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 28,150 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 21,213 miles

Front tyres wearing low

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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RJ06 GGV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RJ06 GGV, 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 RJ06 GGV registered?

RJ06 GGV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 18 May 2006.

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