2010 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.5L Petrol · GF60 AEB

The vehicle’s MOT history demonstrates a consistent roadworthiness trend over the past five tests, with no defects or advisories recorded in any of the most recent examinations. The June 2025 test at 73,761 miles remains the most relevant, confirming the car passed without fail. This pattern suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level to meet MOT standards, though it does not preclude underlying issues that might not have been testable or were overlooked. The absence of recurring advisories or failures implies no obvious mechanical degradation has been flagged by official inspection, but this does not guarantee the absence of wear beyond MOT thresholds—particularly in areas like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper binding, which are not always subject to MOT scrutiny. The recorded mileage of 73,761 miles over 16 years—approximately 4,610 miles annually—falls well below the average for a vehicle of this age, indicating either light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity. There are no significant mileage gaps between tests, with intervals averaging around 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with standard MOT cycle timing. The steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to severe wear from high mileage, but low mileage alone does not prevent issues arising from age-related deterioration, such as corrosion or dry-rotted rubber components. The lack of advisories or failures in earlier tests further supports that the car has not been driven to the point of mechanical stress that would trigger MOT concerns. A prospective buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of critical wear items, particularly suspension components—front and rear bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers—given the vehicle’s age. The brakes, while not failing in MOT tests, warrant closer examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the brake discs and callipers, which could indicate past neglect. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on underbody corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system, as well as the integrity of the subframe and suspension mounts. Tyre condition, despite not being MOT-failed, should be verified for consistent tread depth and signs of uneven wear, which could point to alignment or suspension issues. Given the clean MOT record, these areas are the most likely candidates for hidden wear or deterioration.