2006 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.0L Petrol · PJ55 VNC
2006 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 142,390 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 142,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PJ55 VNC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2023
- 142,390 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PJ55 VNC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (PJ55 VNC) between May 2022 and September 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
PJ55 VNC Mileage History
- 26/05/2022136,614 mi
- 26/05/2022136,614 mi
- 06/09/2023142,390 mi+5,776 mi
Average of roughly 4,506 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W245)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- DPF blockage (diesel models)Moderate
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- Seat belt webbing frayingModerate
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