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LN59 VRW

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,856 mi
Last recorded83,856 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN59 VRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 83,856 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S AND O/S REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S AND O/S FRONT LOWER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 81,420 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play N/S AND O/S FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/ S AND O/S REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 79,113 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 78,087 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S REAR SURFACE CORROSSON (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 76,286 miles

vehicle under sealed

Fail 6 Sep 2022 76,286 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 74,204 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front & both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Sep 2020 72,051 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 68,387 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine covers & under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 4 Nov 2018 59,777 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 55,037 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 45,349 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 38,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear TYRE DETERIORATING

UNDER TRAYS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION ON THE UNDERSIDE

Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,975 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 31,975 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 24,876 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both rear tyres cracking on edge of tread

Fail 3 Aug 2013 24,874 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

both rear tyres cracking on edge of tread

Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,380 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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LN59 VRW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel 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 LN59 VRW, 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

How do I check the history of LN59 VRW?

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What year was LN59 VRW registered?

LN59 VRW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is LN59 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN59 VRW 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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