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TAZ 1038

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,142 mi
Last recorded81,142 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAZ 1038
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 81,142 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 78,042 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 78,042 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 74,358 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 74,358 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 69,769 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 68,108 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 63,305 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 60,603 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 58,101 miles

under body trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2018 54,808 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 51,480 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2016 47,861 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 20 Sep 2016 47,861 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2015 44,315 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 44,315 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,638 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 34,186 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 28,333 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 22,643 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 18,102 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,672 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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TAZ 1038 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TAZ 1038, 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 TAZ 1038 registered?

TAZ 1038 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is TAZ 1038 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAZ 1038 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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