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KN59 WDY

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

129,341 mi
Last recorded129,341 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 WDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 129,341 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 125,500 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 125,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 117,647 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 108,980 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2021 101,025 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 94,210 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside on limit (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 94,194 miles

Central Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside on limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 80,958 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front inner side wall is splitting

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

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall is starting to split

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyre treads are low on outside edges

Fail 2 Nov 2016 80,712 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front inner side wall is splitting

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

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall is starting to split

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyre treads are low on outside edges

Pass 3 Nov 2015 67,622 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 67,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 53,139 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 40,592 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 40,592 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 30,304 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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KN59 WDY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KN59 WDY, 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 KN59 WDY registered?

KN59 WDY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is KN59 WDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 WDY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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