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NL59 MXV

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,848 mi
Last recorded100,848 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 MXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 100,848 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2025 96,706 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

O/S parking brake effort reduced

Fail 20 Feb 2025 96,703 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

O/S parking brake effort reduced

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 91,390 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2023 86,591 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 1 Feb 2022 81,402 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2022 81,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2021 77,216 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2019 70,871 miles

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

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

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2019 70,871 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2018 61,811 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also Scrubbing Inner Edge Of Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also Scrubbing Inner Edge Of Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2017 50,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2016 44,206 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 8 May 2015 37,059 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 32,450 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer tread

nearside rear tyre tread perished and cracked

offside front tyre worn on outer tread

offside rear tyre tread perished and cracked

rear wiperblde rubber worn

Pass 1 May 2013 27,549 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 24,420 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2012 24,417 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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NL59 MXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NL59 MXV, 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 NL59 MXV registered?

NL59 MXV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is NL59 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 MXV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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