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LX59 OBK

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,729 mi
Last recorded67,729 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 OBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 67,729 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 66,713 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 65,653 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 64,741 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 63,917 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 62,701 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output output reduced only just passed needs attention (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Mar 2021 62,678 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output output reduced only just passed needs attention (4.1.4 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 1 Aug 2019 60,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 57,853 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 54,606 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 54,585 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 51,294 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 48,302 miles

EML on dash

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,251 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 39,493 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 31,321 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 31,321 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LX59 OBK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol 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 LX59 OBK, 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 LX59 OBK registered?

LX59 OBK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is LX59 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 OBK 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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