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LG59 EXP

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,378 mi
Last recorded66,378 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 EXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 66,378 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 66,378 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 62,943 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 62,943 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 59,805 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 59,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 57,552 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 56,042 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 54,873 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 54,863 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 52,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 49,642 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 46,948 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 44,613 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 42,520 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 40,138 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre tread wearing outer edge

Pass 16 Aug 2013 35,404 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 25,619 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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LG59 EXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LG59 EXP, 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 LG59 EXP registered?

LG59 EXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is LG59 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 EXP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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