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VN56 SZV

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Gold Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,943 mi
Last recorded56,943 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 SZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 56,943 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 53,072 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 49,199 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

service spanner on the dashboard

Pass 17 Oct 2019 45,208 miles

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Oct 2018 39,919 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 34,884 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 32,466 miles

Front both sides starting to crack on outer edge

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 29,029 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2014 25,506 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2014 25,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 22,966 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 19,728 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 16,786 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 13,677 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,752 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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VN56 SZV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Gold with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 VN56 SZV, 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 VN56 SZV registered?

VN56 SZV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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The MOT history for VN56 SZV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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