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YC59 XJJ

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,525 mi
Last recorded98,525 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 XJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 98,525 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 92,660 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 92,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 87,014 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 86,141 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 85,290 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 82,783 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 81,427 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 75,581 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 69,290 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 69,290 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 61,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,172 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 48,994 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 37,458 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,549 miles

Both rear tyres : mis-shaped / uneven tread wear

Fail 14 Nov 2012 26,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both rear tyres : mis-shaped / uneven tread wear

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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YC59 XJJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YC59 XJJ, 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 YC59 XJJ registered?

YC59 XJJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 November 2009.

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The MOT history for YC59 XJJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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