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FL59 ZDP

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

99,053 mi
Last recorded99,053 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 ZDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 99,053 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2024 93,134 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened IN PLACES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

PARK BRAKE EFFORT ONLY JUST MET /OFFSIDE LOW

TRAYS/COVERS OBSCURING SOME TESTABLE ITEMS

Pass 4 Oct 2023 92,793 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2022 87,698 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear flexis slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 29 Sep 2021 81,691 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2021 81,691 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2020 75,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Plastic under trays fitted obscuring the view of some testable items.

Pass 26 Sep 2019 70,289 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 70,284 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2018 63,758 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 57,240 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 50,524 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 50,396 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 43,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and distorted tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and distorted tread (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper split

Fail 24 Sep 2015 43,585 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and distorted tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and distorted tread (4.1.E.1)

Rear wiper split

Pass 30 Sep 2014 36,557 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 36,557 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 29,135 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 21,436 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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FL59 ZDP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 63,922 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL59 ZDP, 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 17 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 FL59 ZDP registered?

FL59 ZDP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is FL59 ZDP safe to buy?

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