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LV09 XUP

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,035 mi
Last recorded51,035 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV09 XUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 51,035 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded but not excessively

Rear wiper blade worn

Windscreen wiper blade defective front wiper blades smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 49,901 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 49,901 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 48,746 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 48,743 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 47,521 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 46,410 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 45,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 42,200 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 38,070 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 38,070 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2018 33,518 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 29,936 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 29,936 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,809 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 22,007 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 19,553 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cuts to nearside front outer tyre wall.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Windscreen stone chipped

Pass 30 May 2013 15,943 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 12,426 miles

Advise wheels removed brake inspection.

Bodywork marks around vehicle.

Brake pad warning light on dashboard.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside,nearside front tyres low tread cuts etc strong advise.

Rear wiper blade splitting.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 12,426 miles

Advise wheels removed brake inspection.

Bodywork marks around vehicle.

Brake pad warning light on dashboard.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside,nearside front tyres low tread cuts etc strong advise.

Rear wiper blade splitting.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LV09 XUP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV09 XUP, 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 LV09 XUP registered?

LV09 XUP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 8 July 2009.

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