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SG56 HBP

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,308 mi
Last recorded93,308 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 HBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 93,308 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2019 93,308 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 91,295 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 87,562 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 87,562 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 83,738 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 79,428 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 79,428 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Hand brake slight travel

Pass 24 Jan 2014 73,167 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 73,167 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 61,000 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 61,000 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 46,676 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 46,676 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 35,464 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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SG56 HBP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SG56 HBP, 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 SG56 HBP registered?

SG56 HBP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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