2010 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.0L Diesel · LB10 RUJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-01-10, where it passed with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend is concerning: the same vehicle failed its MOT just three weeks prior at 90,088 miles, despite no defects being noted in either test. This suggests either a procedural anomaly or a pattern of inconsistent compliance, possibly indicating that the vehicle was not properly prepared for the earlier test or that underlying issues were not flagged despite repeated exposure to the same mileage. The failure does not reflect a mechanical breakdown but raises questions about the vehicle’s readiness for inspection. The mileage history reveals a low annual average of approximately 5,629 miles over 16 years, which is unusually conservative for a 2010 model. The jump from 86,530 miles in January 2024 to 90,060 miles in January 2025 represents 3,530 miles in 12 months — a modest increase, but notable because it occurred in a single year following two consecutive failures at identical mileages. The lack of recorded defects in any test, despite the repeated failures, implies that the vehicle may have been driven with minor but persistent issues that were not severe enough to fail the test outright, or that the failures were due to non-structural or non-safety-related items such as lighting, tyres, or emissions. A buyer should inspect the suspension components closely, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, as these are common wear points on older Mercedes-Benz models and often fail without visible warning. The rear brakes should be checked for binding or uneven wear, as repeated MOT failures at the same mileage suggest possible brake system issues that were not captured in the official reports. Also examine the exhaust system for corrosion and the structural integrity of the chassis rails, especially around the rear suspension mounts, where rust can compromise safety. Tyre tread depth and condition should be verified, as low mileage does not guarantee tyre health — they may have been stored or driven minimally while still degrading. The absence of defects in any test, despite the two failures, indicates that the vehicle has not been subject to major mechanical or structural failures. However, the pattern of repeated MOT attempts at the same mileage suggests a lack of consistent maintenance or preparation. Buyers should treat this as a vehicle that may require a full mechanical inspection before purchase, particularly focusing on components that are prone to wear over time rather than those that failed a single test. The low mileage is reassuring for overall wear, but the MOT history demands caution and due diligence.