2011 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.0L Diesel · BF61 WFW

The most recent MOT test on July 17, 2025, confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy with no defects recorded, though the duplicate entry for July 25, 2024—a failed test at 77,421 miles—stands out as an anomaly. All other tests since June 2022 have passed without fail, suggesting a stable maintenance pattern for the past three years. The absence of advisories or recurring faults implies no systematic neglect of critical components, though the failed 2024 test raises curiosity about what specific issue was addressed. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a thorough inspection of high-wear items is essential to validate this clean record. The mileage progression of approximately 5,287 miles annually is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, indicating either infrequent use or prolonged periods of storage. Between July 2023 and June 2022, the vehicle covered just 2,253 miles, a gap that could contribute to stiffness in suspension components or degraded fluids. The sudden jump from 68,523 miles in June 2022 to 70,776 miles by July 2023—2,253 miles in under a year—followed by another 6,745 miles in the subsequent 12 months, suggests sporadic rather than consistent usage. This pattern may have implications for wear on items like brake pads, tyres, and battery health, all of which degrade more rapidly with irregular driving cycles. Given the lack of recorded defects, the buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension bushes and coil springs, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. The 2024 failure, despite no defects being noted, warrants scrutiny of brake systems—potential binding calipers or uneven wear could have been the cause. Corrosion at wheel arches, subframes, and exhaust mounts should be checked, especially if the vehicle has been exposed to salted roads or damp conditions. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns must also be verified, as the absence of MOT failures does not guarantee they have been consistently maintained. Finally, fluid levels—brake, power steering, and coolant—should be inspected, as low mileage can lead to degraded or contaminated fluids over time.