2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.0L Petrol · YX55 YCJ
2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 92,806 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,806 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX55 YCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2026
- 92,806 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX55 YCJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (YX55 YCJ) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 August 2026 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: Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YX55 YCJ Mileage History
- 15/08/202383,820 mi
- 15/08/202383,821 mi+1 mi
- 02/08/202486,132 mi+2,311 mi
- 26/07/202587,875 mi+1,743 mi
- 01/08/202692,806 mi+4,931 mi
Average of roughly 3,033 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W245)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- DPF blockage (diesel models)Moderate
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- Seat belt webbing frayingModerate
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