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RK09 YZM

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,777 mi
Last recorded150,777 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 YZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 150,777 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper corner damaged

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 143,492 miles

Nearside Rear panel damaged.no risk of injury

Fail 28 Nov 2024 143,492 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear panel damaged.no risk of injury

Pass 22 Nov 2023 137,664 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear bumper accident damage no risk/cause of injury

Fail 21 Nov 2023 137,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear bumper accident damage no risk/cause of injury

Pass 2 Dec 2022 131,743 miles

sign of corrosion mid exhaust box

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2022 131,741 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

note n/s/f tyre less than 10psi pre test ?

sign of corrosion mid exhaust box

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2021 123,718 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 114,610 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 106,188 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 106,088 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus a cut/tear (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 999,914 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 99,890 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 29 Nov 2017 93,985 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 88,365 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on the outside edge (also ageing)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 88,365 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on the outside edge (also ageing)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 83,539 miles

child seat fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2015 78,225 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 76,292 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 64,163 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 55,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 54,795 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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RK09 YZM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RK09 YZM, 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 RK09 YZM registered?

RK09 YZM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is RK09 YZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK09 YZM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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