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PK59 VPU

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,119 mi
Last recorded94,119 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 VPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 94,119 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 86,792 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 86,781 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

glow plug light on

Pass 10 May 2021 85,252 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 84,369 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 84,369 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 79,478 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 68,231 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 68,231 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 56,946 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 43,738 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 43,068 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 39,875 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 32,944 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 27,694 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PK59 VPU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PK59 VPU, 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 PK59 VPU registered?

PK59 VPU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 10 November 2009.

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