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SP56 SPU

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Gold Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,812 mi
Last recorded90,812 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 SPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 90,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 90,812 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 89,565 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and rear corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 89,535 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and rear corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 85,397 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 73,075 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear shock absorber casings corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2018 72,985 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both rear shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2017 60,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear)(rear section is pitted and may need attention soon (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 48,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 47,117 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded tank filler pipes ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 39,217 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 30,393 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 20,572 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,999 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 8,985 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 7,394 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 6,467 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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SP56 SPU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Gold with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SP56 SPU, 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 SP56 SPU registered?

SP56 SPU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is SP56 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 SPU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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