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BG55 TGJ

2005 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

151,036 mi
Last recorded151,036 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class69,803 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 TGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 151,036 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 151,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 147,845 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 142,090 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

limited reserve travel in parking brake lever

Pass 28 Jun 2022 137,508 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 135,114 miles

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

Slight grease seepage from o/s/f outer cv boot

brake pad wear warning light illuminated but pads are NOT worn

Pass 13 Jan 2021 130,311 miles

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

rear under body has age related corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2020 120,127 miles

front brake discs rusty

Pass 19 May 2015 114,516 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 109,411 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 99,932 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 99,926 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 85,663 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 85,663 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 71,924 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 69,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 50,317 miles

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

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

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 TGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 TGJ registered?

BG55 TGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is BG55 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 TGJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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