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WU06 SWN

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,069 mi
Last recorded69,069 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 SWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 69,069 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 67,136 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 67,136 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 64,457 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 62,335 miles

Noise from engine bay.

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 59,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 56,703 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 55,419 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 51,271 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 46,439 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 41,866 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 37,116 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 37,116 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 32,988 miles

Nearside handbrake cable outer casing broken

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 30,552 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 27,747 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 24,296 miles

oil weep on top of engine

Pass 8 Feb 2011 21,100 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 17,433 miles

n/s/handbrake cable outer casing broken through,small piece of metal in n/s/r tyre.

Pass 10 Feb 2009 12,820 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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WU06 SWN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WU06 SWN, 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 WU06 SWN?

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What year was WU06 SWN registered?

WU06 SWN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WU06 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 SWN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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