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KY61 VPA

2011 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,581 mi
Last recorded83,581 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class56,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY61 VPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 83,581 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 83,016 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 83,016 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 72,108 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 72,108 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 71,231 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 67,519 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 67,518 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 63,893 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 63,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215-40-18 Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 57,699 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 53,371 miles

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 48,711 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 43,833 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 31,200 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 31,200 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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KY61 VPA is a 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 56,113 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 KY61 VPA, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KY61 VPA registered?

KY61 VPA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is KY61 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY61 VPA 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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