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LB59 PDO

2009 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,139 mi
Last recorded76,139 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes A Class62,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 PDO
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 76,139 miles

Nearside Front jacking block missing

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

Fail 12 Nov 2025 76,139 miles

Nearside Front jacking block missing

Nearside Headlamp aim too high bulb not located correctly (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 73,976 miles

Nearside Front jacking block is missing!

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 71,503 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 68,418 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 65,515 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded At connection to fuel tank. ()

Pass 3 Dec 2020 61,640 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 Dec 2019 58,269 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 58,194 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 54,712 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 50,850 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 46,077 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 3 Dec 2015 41,782 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 36,297 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 29,464 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 23,212 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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LB59 PDO is a 2009 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 62,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB59 PDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB59 PDO registered?

LB59 PDO is a 2009 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LB59 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB59 PDO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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