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LR59 VRT

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

131,547 mi
Last recorded131,547 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 VRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 131,547 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 127,561 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 127,547 miles

Nearside Brake performance unable to be tested metal brake pipe pipe excessively corroded (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 123,440 miles

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

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 119,530 miles

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bothsides marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 116,541 miles

Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 116,540 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 105,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 97,365 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 86,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 78,614 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 78,614 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working in mirror head (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 73,513 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 63,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 53,830 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 53,830 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front pads worn low

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Oct 2013 43,486 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 43,486 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 33,340 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise SRS WARNING LIGHT ON

advise front and rear brake discs corroding

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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LR59 VRT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LR59 VRT, 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 LR59 VRT registered?

LR59 VRT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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