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SF06 VTU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,679 mi
Last recorded84,679 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF06 VTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 84,679 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 84,676 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 90,456 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 74,257 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 74,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,070 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 72,070 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 68,026 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 68,021 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 59,747 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 59,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 51,529 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,920 miles

under trays fitted engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2014 39,823 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 37,882 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 36,244 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 33,595 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre, sidewall small bulge

Pass 26 Mar 2010 30,345 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 30,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,375 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 25,125 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SF06 VTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SF06 VTU, 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 SF06 VTU registered?

SF06 VTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is SF06 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF06 VTU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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