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LG09 MKX

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

95,607 mi
Last recorded95,607 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 MKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 95,607 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 86,608 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 86,608 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 76,516 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2021 76,171 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 70,636 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 68,113 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 68,113 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 61,590 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 61,590 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust blowing, emissions failing (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2017 55,860 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre valve deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,608 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 41,072 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 41,072 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 38,788 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 38,788 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 37,000 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Jul 2013

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine management light illuminating on dash

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 29,800 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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LG09 MKX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 LG09 MKX, 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 LG09 MKX registered?

LG09 MKX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 8 March 2009.

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