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KY59 DCE

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,207 mi
Last recorded64,207 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 DCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 64,207 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 57,935 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 57,927 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 54,601 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 50,869 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,745 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 48,745 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 48,017 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 45,361 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (fitted to vehicles first used before 1 January 2012)

Undertray not fully secure and nearside sill cover (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2019 45,357 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (fitted to vehicles first used before 1 January 2012)

Undertray not fully secure and nearside sill cover (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 42,601 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 42,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 33,860 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 33,860 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 31,146 miles

Offside Front Inner OSF Tyre inner sidewall cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2015 27,163 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 20,445 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,400 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 16,229 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 13,613 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front nearside rear tyres have damage to side walls

rear wiper blade worn and split

Pass 7 Sep 2011 13,613 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front nearside rear tyres have damage to side walls

rear wiper blade worn and split

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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KY59 DCE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 KY59 DCE, 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 KY59 DCE registered?

KY59 DCE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is KY59 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 DCE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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