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LT59 LCX

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

108,164 mi
Last recorded108,164 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT59 LCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2022 108,164 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake needs adjustment (1.1.2 (a))

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 97,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre starting to wear uneven over inner tread

Fail 18 Nov 2021 97,425 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre starting to wear uneven over inner tread

Pass 8 Oct 2020 86,693 miles

Covers and shields fitted not allowing full inspection

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 86,693 miles

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

Covers and shields fitted not allowing full inspection

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 77,981 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 77,981 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 70,202 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 70,202 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 63,796 miles

Gearbox or engine mount is on its way out but cannot be sure which one as plastic covers are fitted underneath

Fail 16 Dec 2017 63,796 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Gearbox or engine mount is on its way out but cannot be sure which one as plastic covers are fitted underneath

Pass 17 Dec 2016 57,687 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 52,126 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 46,284 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 46,284 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 38,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Nov 2013 38,324 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 31,330 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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LT59 LCX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LT59 LCX, 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 LT59 LCX registered?

LT59 LCX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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