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KY59 YFV

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

60,200 mi
Last recorded60,200 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 YFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 60,200 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear fuel tank filler neck corroded

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2026 60,196 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear fuel tank filler neck corroded

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2025 59,292 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

fuel filler neck rusty

Fail 22 Sep 2025 59,290 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

fuel filler neck rusty

Pass 4 Oct 2024 58,548 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension strut bump stop separating

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated Fuel tank filler pipes corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 58,123 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both - Corrosion on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel hose deteriorated Fuel filler neck pipes corroding (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both - Perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2022 57,515 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all brake flexi hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front suspension bump stop splitting

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

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

fuel filler hose corroded

lower engine cover and out sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Sep 2021 55,672 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 53,701 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perishing outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 51,540 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 46,938 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 42,051 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,624 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 30,772 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 23,123 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 19,261 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 12,276 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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KY59 YFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KY59 YFV, 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 KY59 YFV registered?

KY59 YFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is KY59 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 YFV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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