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PN59 VDM

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,501 mi
Last recorded123,501 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN59 VDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 123,501 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 15 Jul 2025 120,993 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 114,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 110,861 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 104,062 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 98,168 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Fail 6 Aug 2021 98,168 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 93,050 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

testable items covered by plastic undertrays

Fail 17 Jul 2020 93,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

testable items covered by plastic undertrays

Pass 7 Aug 2019 89,593 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

fuel filler pipes corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2019 89,593 miles

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

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

fuel filler pipes corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2018 84,601 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 84,601 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 75,847 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2017 75,847 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 65,540 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 54,742 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 42,520 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,545 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 25,564 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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PN59 VDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel 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 PN59 VDM, 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 PN59 VDM registered?

PN59 VDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is PN59 VDM safe to buy?

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