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VK09 HRR

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,739 mi
Last recorded108,739 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 108,739 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Centre rear (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 108,730 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Centre rear (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 102,330 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 98,006 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2024 97,997 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 92,901 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 92,901 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 85,059 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 79,197 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 74,441 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 68,524 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 68,524 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,270 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 58,104 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 52,022 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 47,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Mar 2014 41,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2013 34,431 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2012 27,697 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Apr 2012 27,697 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VK09 HRR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VK09 HRR, 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 VK09 HRR registered?

VK09 HRR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is VK09 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 HRR shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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