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AF56 XVG

2006 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

113,511 mi
Last recorded113,511 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class69,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 XVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 113,511 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 158,176 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 158,176 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 155,880 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre silencer hanger bracket deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 152,553 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 148,861 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 145,675 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Rear Suspension components corroded

Fail 17 May 2021 145,675 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2020 142,915 miles

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

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

Rear Surface corrosion on most suspension components

Fail 27 Apr 2020 142,915 miles

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

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

Rear Surface corrosion on most suspension components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 139,704 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 134,790 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 129,490 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2016 122,330 miles

brake pads appear low

plastic covers fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2016 122,184 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake pads appear low

plastic covers fitted

Pass 24 Dec 2014 107,169 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 95,205 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 95,071 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2012 81,659 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 63,998 miles

Front brake discs worn

Nearside rear brake disc corroded

Plastic sill covers and underbody shielding fitted

Rear brake pads approx 70% worn

Pass 8 Oct 2010 46,535 miles

Slight damage to O/S/F Tyre sidewall

Pass 13 Oct 2009 17,901 miles

Offside front tyre slight cracks in between treads

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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AF56 XVG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AF56 XVG, 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.

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What year was AF56 XVG registered?

AF56 XVG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is AF56 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 XVG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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