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HV59 TZE

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

101,928 mi
Last recorded101,928 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 TZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 101,928 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 87,815 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 80,652 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 77,879 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on both the rear brake discs

Fail 17 Jan 2023 77,879 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on both the rear brake discs

Pass 2 Feb 2022 75,456 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 75,456 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 72,960 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 71,209 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 68,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 63,086 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 57,137 miles

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

Rear tyres cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2016 53,273 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear tyres have light surface cracks

both headlamps have aim adjusting sticker on them

Pass 25 Nov 2014 45,421 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 36,413 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 36,413 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 28,080 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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HV59 TZE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HV59 TZE, 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 HV59 TZE registered?

HV59 TZE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is HV59 TZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 TZE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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