2009 Mercedes B-Class 2.0L Diesel · BK09 WWM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on April 30, 2026, at 96,560 miles. The maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive preventative care. While the car failed in both 2024 and 2026, the owner addressed the specific mechanical defects immediately to achieve subsequent passes. The most recent test indicates no outstanding advisories, suggesting that the immediate mechanical issues regarding the brakes and tyres identified in the previous month have been rectified and rectified. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 96,560 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,680 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to high-distance motorway wear, yet data reveals a sharp increase in use recently. The car covered 17,652 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, followed by a further 22,789 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. This rapid increase in annual mileage likely accelerated the wear on rubber components and braking systems seen in the failure records. A buyer must personally inspect the braking system and chassis integrity. The April 2024 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe, which is a common issue on vehicles of this age that sit exposed to road salt. Furthermore, the 2026 failure for thin brake pads on both sides and exposed tyre cords indicates that consumables are being run until the point of failure. Given the age of the Mercedes and the recent spike in usage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and potential structural rust is essential to ensure the low-mileage history has not suffered from the recent period of higher-intensity driving.