2009 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.5L Petrol · LS59 DWF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of developing mechanical wear and deferred attention. The most recent test in April 2026 at 131,220 miles resulted in a failure due to a missing wheel fixing, a defective wiper blade, and persistent parking brake issues. While these faults were rectified to secure a pass, the recurring nature of the parking brake failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects when forced by the MOT testing process rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 17 years of age, the recorded mileage of 131,220 miles averages to approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-duty usage. The data shows steady usage patterns, with 2,523 miles covered between the 2023 and 2025 tests, and another 3,889 miles in the final year. This consistent mileage generally prevents the drivetrain from seizing, though the age of the components still exposes the vehicle to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid seals. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The offside front suspension arm ball joint was flagged with play in both 2023 and 2025, indicating a long-term issue that has not necessarily been resolved. The rear brake linkage showed corrosion in 2025, which directly led to the grabbing and lever release failures seen in 2026. You should verify that the parking brake mechanism now operates freely and check for further oil leaks, as the misting on the offside front shock absorber noted in 2023 indicates an impending seal failure.