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YD06 PPA

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,031 mi
Last recorded99,031 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD06 PPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 99,031 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 94,630 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

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

eml on

Fail 7 Jan 2025 94,630 miles

Central exhaust deteriorated

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

eml on

Pass 22 Dec 2023 90,410 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2023 90,407 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 85,063 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 80,955 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 78,359 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 76,013 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 76,013 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 70,564 miles

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

Fail 27 Dec 2018 70,564 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Dec 2017 66,563 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 66,563 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 62,933 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 56,995 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 56,995 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 52,569 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat - visually checked seatbelt only

Pass 3 Apr 2014 47,498 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to the nearside rear not allowing full inspection of the adult belt

front brake discs corroded on the inner face and badly worn

nearside rear tyre perished/cracking

Fail 3 Apr 2014 47,498 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to the nearside rear not allowing full inspection of the adult belt

front brake discs corroded on the inner face and badly worn

nearside rear tyre perished/cracking

Pass 4 Apr 2013 42,501 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 36,907 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 35,295 miles

offside rear tyre inner wall cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2010 30,274 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 24,675 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 24,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

rear screen washer in/op

rear wiper rubber missing

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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YD06 PPA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YD06 PPA, 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 YD06 PPA registered?

YD06 PPA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is YD06 PPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD06 PPA shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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