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SM56 XJC

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

96,887 mi
Last recorded96,887 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 XJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 96,887 miles

Fuel hose corroded Fuel filler hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 96,887 miles

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

Fuel hose corroded Fuel filler hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 90,595 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 90,595 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to n/s (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to n/s (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2019 88,917 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 88,915 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 79,197 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 70,490 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 70,488 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 67,302 miles

1.slight corrosion on rear inner floor pans and panelling.2.rear metal brake pipes under sealed.

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 59,390 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 59,114 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 50,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Jul 2013 41,477 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 36,007 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 32,407 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 27,031 miles

n/s/f brake disc scored

Pass 10 Dec 2009 21,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 XJC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SM56 XJC, 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 XJC registered?

SM56 XJC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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