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722 BYB

2006 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,941 mi
Last recorded73,941 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class61,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration722 BYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 73,941 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 73,524 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 72,878 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 72,512 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 72,122 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 71,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 71,500 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 71,029 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 70,679 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 69,919 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 69,142 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 68,879 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 68,018 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2014 68,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn low on edges

Pass 3 Jul 2013 63,158 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 63,158 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 53,542 miles

all tyre walls cracking

rear pads getting low

Pass 28 Jul 2011 45,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 40,845 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 27,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 27,132 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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722 BYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 61,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 722 BYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 722 BYB?

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What year was 722 BYB registered?

722 BYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is 722 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 722 BYB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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