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V1 HSM

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,581 mi
Last recorded71,581 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV1 HSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 71,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower radiator support bracket damaged and has hole

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 71,572 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower radiator support bracket damaged and has hole

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 68,879 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 68,877 miles

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

Exhaust system corroded

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 65,865 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 62,313 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 57,670 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 53,026 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 48,295 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 48,288 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2018 42,380 miles

cracks in o/s/r tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2017 37,564 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cracks in n/s/r tyre side wall

Pass 3 Nov 2016 32,047 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,658 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 22,042 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 22,037 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 17,645 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 13,576 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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V1 HSM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black 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 V1 HSM, 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.

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What year was V1 HSM registered?

V1 HSM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is V1 HSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V1 HSM 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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