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RV59 AHO

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,192 mi
Last recorded95,192 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 AHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 95,192 miles

Front exhaust box is corroded

Interia mirror has been poorly repaired

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, corroded and near to a failure (1.1.11 (c))

TPMS warning displayed

Fail 10 Feb 2026 95,192 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front exhaust box is corroded

Interia mirror has been poorly repaired

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, corroded and near to a failure (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlight adjuster not tested

TPMS warning displayed

Pass 6 Feb 2025 89,809 miles

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

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

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

gearbox leaking oil

Fail 5 Feb 2025 89,809 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

gearbox leaking oil

Pass 26 Jan 2024 83,301 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 83,301 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 75,115 miles

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

Tested wet

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2023 75,074 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

High travel on parking brake lever

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

Offside Rear Brake disk, signs of overheating

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Recommend replacement ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tested wet

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2021 65,825 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 9 Nov 2021 65,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Oct 2020 60,797 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 55,704 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 50,957 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 45,835 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 40,575 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 34,928 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 34,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 29,984 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Oct 2013 24,140 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 24,140 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 18,274 miles

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

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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RV59 AHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RV59 AHO, 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 RV59 AHO registered?

RV59 AHO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is RV59 AHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 AHO shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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