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LV59 TYP

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,086 mi
Last recorded95,086 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 TYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 95,086 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 90,489 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 84,960 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 80,174 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 77,153 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 74,081 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 64,380 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 64,380 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 55,300 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 47,728 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 38,822 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 38,498 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre and perished

rear seat belts not tested (child seats)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 31,291 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 31,291 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Oct 2013 23,566 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Oct 2013 23,528 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Oct 2012 16,024 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both front tyres wearing low 2.0mm,and balding on edges

advise child seat fitted near side rear seat,unable to fully inspect adult seat belt

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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LV59 TYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LV59 TYP, 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 LV59 TYP?

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What year was LV59 TYP registered?

LV59 TYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is LV59 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 TYP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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