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ST56 MFX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,345 mi
Last recorded59,345 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 MFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 59,345 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2016 59,338 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 51,299 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 46,423 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 38,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

handbrake travel

n/s/f tyre slight wall damage

Pass 28 Nov 2012 28,825 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Nov 2012 28,825 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 20,824 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 12,625 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 10,230 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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ST56 MFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ST56 MFX, 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

How do I check the history of ST56 MFX?

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What year was ST56 MFX registered?

ST56 MFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is ST56 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 MFX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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