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WN56 TKX

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Gold Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

103,228 mi
Last recorded103,228 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN56 TKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 103,228 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 102,705 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 102,134 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 101,384 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 99,890 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes ()

Fail 22 Dec 2021 99,889 miles

Central Rear Inner Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes ()

Pass 22 Dec 2020 99,176 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2020 99,176 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 98,550 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 98,537 miles

Central Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 97,616 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 96,551 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 96,535 miles

Central Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 91,965 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 84,870 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 76,754 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Dec 2014 76,754 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 68,782 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 60,935 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Offside front tyre starting to wear on both edges

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Unable to carry out full inspection of underside of vehicle due to large undertray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2011 51,128 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 51,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 40,806 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 28,936 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre worn close to limits and n/s/f tyre worn very close to limits and bald on outer edge.

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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WN56 TKX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Gold with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 WN56 TKX, 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 WN56 TKX registered?

WN56 TKX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 16 December 2006.

Is WN56 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN56 TKX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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