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MV59 SBZ

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,016 mi
Last recorded121,016 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV59 SBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 121,016 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 119,913 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55r16 V (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring testers view of testable items.

Pass 5 Oct 2023 118,051 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 118,025 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main pipe rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front 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 ()

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 116,113 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 99,436 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 99,325 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 80,231 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 76,423 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 74,910 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

handbrake has little reserve travel

Pass 14 Aug 2017 70,390 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 62,929 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 58,155 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 52,516 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 45,233 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,105 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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MV59 SBZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MV59 SBZ, 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.

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What year was MV59 SBZ registered?

MV59 SBZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is MV59 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV59 SBZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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