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SF55 YGX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

48,684 mi
Last recorded48,684 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 YGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 48,684 miles

Under covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2015 41,395 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

child seats fitted at time of test.

fuel pipes from tank corroded but not leaking.

Fail 8 Nov 2014 35,513 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler and breather pipe to tank corroded

rear metal brake pipe corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2014 35,513 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler and breather pipe to tank corroded

rear metal brake pipe corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,648 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2013 27,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2013 26,571 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 26,571 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise off side rear brake disc corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,749 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 19,155 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 19,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 12,377 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 4,591 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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SF55 YGX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SF55 YGX, 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

How do I check the history of SF55 YGX?

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What year was SF55 YGX registered?

SF55 YGX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is SF55 YGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 YGX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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