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SM56 LUD

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,341 mi
Last recorded97,341 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 LUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 97,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 97,341 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2017 89,432 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 79,696 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 79,696 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Advise both rear tyre treads on wear indicators

Advise front discs corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2014 77,852 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 64,430 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 64,430 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm

o/s/f tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm

Pass 4 Jan 2013 50,652 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,696 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 26,814 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 17,619 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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SM56 LUD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM56 LUD, 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 SM56 LUD registered?

SM56 LUD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is SM56 LUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 LUD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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