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A15 VCJ

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,449 mi
Last recorded84,449 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 VCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 84,449 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine & underbody panels fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2024 81,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall & tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Fail 18 Jul 2024 81,681 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall & tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

engine & underbody panels fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2023 79,760 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2023 79,742 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect & dim (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 78,482 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2022 78,482 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 76,175 miles

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

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

engine & under body panels fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 74,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 74,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 71,611 miles

Both front tyres have abnormal wear

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight mist (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 65,191 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 59,053 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 54,720 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 47,084 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged rubbing on shock absorber leg (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged rubbing on shock absorber leg (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall has 2 deep cuts over 25 mm but not showing chords

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge going out of shape too (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall has deep cut over 25 mm but not showing chords

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Feb 2015 40,369 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 36,751 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 32,502 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,078 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 26,078 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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A15 VCJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A15 VCJ, 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 A15 VCJ registered?

A15 VCJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is A15 VCJ safe to buy?

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