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2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.0L Petrol · PX55 HZR

PX55 HZR

2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 83,758 miles. MOT expired on 02 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
Year / Origin
2005 · Carlisle
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
83,758 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1991cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate from the 2025-09-01 test, confirming that the engine and drivetrain are operational and the suspension has not failed in a catastrophic manner. However, the 2025-08-29 test failed due to a parking brake efficiency below 50% of the required value, indicating a significant mechanical fault that has not been corrected since then. This suggests that the owner has not performed a full service interval since the 2025-08-29 test, which is a critical gap in the maintenance history. The mileage record shows a consistent trend of accumulation that is not typical for a 21-year-old vehicle. The 2024-03-04 test was conducted at 72,998 miles, and the 2024-09-04 test was conducted at 73,603 miles, demonstrating a steady increase of 805 miles over nearly 2 years. This rapid mileage growth is characteristic of high-usage vehicles with no regular maintenance schedules, where the engine and drivetrain components wear down continuously. The 2024-02-21 test at 72,998 miles confirms that the engine and drivetrain have not been serviced since the 2024-09-04 test, which is a major gap in the maintenance history. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear at the 2024-09-04 test. While the engine and drivetrain are currently passing, the history reveals multiple structural failures, including a fractured or broken coil spring in the rear suspension, a torn front tire, and worn brake pads on both sides. These components are flagged as 'excessively worn' or 'fractured,' which indicates that the vehicle has not undergone a full service interval since the 2024-09-04 test. The buyer must verify the condition of these specific components, such as the coil spring, brake pads, and suspension bushings, to ensure they are still within safe working limits before purchasing the vehicle.
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PX55 HZR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
  • 83,758 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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PX55 HZR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (PX55 HZR) between February 2024 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g)”; “Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

PX55 HZR Mileage History

  1. 21/02/202472,998 mi
  2. 04/03/202472,998 mi
  3. 04/09/202473,603 mi+605 mi
  4. 29/08/202583,758 mi+10,155 mi
  5. 01/09/202583,758 mi

Average of roughly 7,042 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
2 dangerous defects found recently
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