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A9 RPH

2009 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,873 mi
Last recorded72,873 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class63,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 RPH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 72,873 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 72,867 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 56,955 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 47,580 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 44,691 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 42,254 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under tray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 17 Jun 2020 40,435 miles

Under tray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 26 Jun 2019 39,053 miles

Undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 26 Jun 2018 37,544 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 37,544 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 35,065 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 35,065 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 32,340 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 27,818 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 23,230 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 23,230 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 19,483 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 15,316 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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A9 RPH 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 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 A9 RPH, 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 A9 RPH registered?

A9 RPH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is A9 RPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 RPH 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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