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GL09 GZV

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,988 mi
Last recorded99,988 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 GZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 99,988 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 99,988 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 87,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 2 Apr 2019 87,824 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 73,381 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 73,381 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 58,362 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge and perished

Offside Front tyre worn and worn inner edge

front brake discs worn

Pass 6 Feb 2016 47,823 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake indicate wearing pads

Pass 11 Feb 2015 40,105 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 35,047 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 21,990 miles

Both front tyres split on outer wall

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GL09 GZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GL09 GZV, 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.

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What year was GL09 GZV registered?

GL09 GZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is GL09 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 GZV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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