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KV09 TXH

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,176 mi
Last recorded140,176 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 TXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 140,176 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 140,176 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 124,843 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 118,102 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Jan 2024 112,241 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 104,884 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 92,931 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 88,823 miles

Both rear outer seat belt retracting mechanism weak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 19 Mar 2020 85,941 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 85,941 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 81,081 miles

can not inspect vehicle underneath plastic covers

Pass 24 Mar 2018 75,722 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

handbrake travel high

Pass 25 Mar 2017 71,151 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 71,136 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 64,586 miles

emissions to clean for tester to get reading

both rear tyres worn out of shape inner edges, perished and spliting innerside walls

Fail 27 Feb 2015 55,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2015 55,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2014 47,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,262 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

some testable items hidden behind plastic covers

Pass 24 Mar 2012 35,054 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KV09 TXH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV09 TXH, 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 KV09 TXH registered?

KV09 TXH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is KV09 TXH safe to buy?

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