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KV09 ZHF

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

202,451 mi
Last recorded202,451 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 202,451 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Damaged. (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 190,879 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Underside covers fitted.

Fail 10 Aug 2021 190,879 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp poor image.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Underside covers fitted.

Pass 11 Aug 2020 172,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 172,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s wish bone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working n/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 154,928 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust system centre section corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2019 154,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 128,623 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 128,623 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre inner edge uneven tyre thread

Pass 11 Jan 2017 106,037 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 106,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no beam pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

child seats fitted to rear can not fully inspect seatbelts

Pass 22 Jan 2016 82,141 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 57,783 miles

No Emissions Detected

Pass 20 Mar 2014 48,739 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 38,961 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 28,866 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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KV09 ZHF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black 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 KV09 ZHF, 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 KV09 ZHF registered?

KV09 ZHF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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