CarVerify

Free Car Check

VK09 BPV

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,161 mi
Last recorded43,161 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 BPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 43,161 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 40,742 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 39,150 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 37,081 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

undercovers fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2023 37,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2022 34,495 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undercovers fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2022 34,491 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undercovers fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2021 32,186 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undercovers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 29,553 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 25,541 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 21,901 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 21,576 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 21,300 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 19,131 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 16,576 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 22,316 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 11,328 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 9,008 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
Full Mercedes-benz B-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VK09 BPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VK09 BPV, 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

How do I check the history of VK09 BPV?

You can check the full history of VK09 BPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VK09 BPV registered?

VK09 BPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 11 April 2009.

Is VK09 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 BPV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK09 BPV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VK09 BPV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.