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SD56 HFU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,614 mi
Last recorded129,614 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 HFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 129,614 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 129,614 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 118,684 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 118,576 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 110,119 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 102,300 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 91,630 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 80,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 May 2012 65,685 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 53,471 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 53,470 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 47,604 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 37,846 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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SD56 HFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SD56 HFU, 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 SD56 HFU registered?

SD56 HFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 9 October 2006.

Is SD56 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD56 HFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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