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LX59 XEA

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,713 mi
Last recorded91,713 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 XEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 91,713 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2026 91,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 87,124 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2024 85,718 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2024 85,718 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 83,857 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop-link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 81,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm , tyre perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 79,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 78,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 76,337 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 74,322 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 74,322 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 61,481 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 47,604 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,994 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 32,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

we advise the tyre is replaced

Pass 21 Aug 2014 32,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

we advise the tyre is replaced

Pass 21 Aug 2013 25,121 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 25,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 18,501 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 XEA 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 LX59 XEA, 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 XEA registered?

LX59 XEA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is LX59 XEA safe to buy?

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