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SM56 XHN

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

131,588 mi
Last recorded131,588 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 XHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 131,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SPLITTING IN BETWEEN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated SPITTING GREASE (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. BOTH TRYING (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 129,340 miles

o/s/f outer cv boot pin holed

Fail 10 Aug 2017 129,340 miles

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

o/s/f outer cv boot pin holed

Pass 19 Sep 2016 128,429 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 118,950 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 118,950 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 112,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 112,861 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 112,861 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2013 105,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 105,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Jan 2013 95,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 21 Dec 2011 86,691 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 78,159 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 57,818 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 XHN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SM56 XHN, 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 SM56 XHN registered?

SM56 XHN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 December 2006.

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