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BG55 SZW

2005 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,857 mi
Last recorded116,857 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class69,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 SZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2021 116,857 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 106,190 miles

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill cover fitted

Fail 27 Dec 2019 106,186 miles

Front Tyre has had the tread recut both (5.2.3 (g))

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

sill cover fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2018 100,462 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 93,811 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 84,911 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 70,059 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s/f (2.5.C.1a)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2014 66,483 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 60,899 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 55,335 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 47,160 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 3,875 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 3,873 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 31,726 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 31,726 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 25,222 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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BG55 SZW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 69,803 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 BG55 SZW, 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 21 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 BG55 SZW registered?

BG55 SZW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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