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MBZ 8238

2011 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,901 mi
Last recorded74,901 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class56,113 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBZ 8238
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 74,901 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 72,795 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 72,795 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 71,203 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread and inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear on tread inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 69,506 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 67,330 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 65,072 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 64,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,150 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 54,964 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 48,524 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cut but no cords + nail

Pass 22 Feb 2016 41,684 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 24,032 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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MBZ 8238 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 56,113 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 MBZ 8238, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MBZ 8238 registered?

MBZ 8238 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 29 April 2011.

Is MBZ 8238 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBZ 8238 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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