2011 Mercedes B-Class 2.0L Diesel · LB11 LWH

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of worsening mechanical degradation and structural neglect. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 138,081 miles, the record reveals a history of recurring faults that suggest reactive maintenance habits. The transition from a clean record in 2022 to multiple failures in 2024 indicates that the vehicle is now being maintained only to the minimum standard required to pass legal inspections, rather than undergoing proactive preventative care. At 138,081 miles over 15 years, the vehicle follows a typical annual usage pattern of approximately 9,200 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in testing data between the March 2022 test at 121,822 miles and the August 2024 tests. During this two-year period, the vehicle covered over 4,700 miles, after which a multitude of defects appeared simultaneously across the braking, suspension, and lighting systems, leading to two consecutive failures during the August 2024 inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the chassis, as underside corrosion has been consistently flagged in recent years. The braking system shows significant vulnerability, with corroded brake pipes and hoses noted in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. The fluctuating service brakes previously reported in August 2024 suggest warped discs or sticking calipers that require immediate attention. Furthermore, the suspension is showing signs of end-of-life; the 2025 test identified play in front suspension arm ball joints and corroded rear coil springs, alongside damaged rear shock absorbers that have been noted for multiple consecutive years.