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BD59 KKU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

81,117 mi
Last recorded81,117 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 KKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 81,117 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 76,646 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 76,646 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 70,269 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 62,474 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2021 53,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2021 53,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 46,247 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 42,853 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 38,340 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 38,340 miles

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 33,908 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 33,908 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 29,061 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 24,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jan 2016 24,614 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 19,461 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 14,620 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 9,037 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 9,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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BD59 KKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 79,363 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD59 KKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD59 KKU?

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What year was BD59 KKU registered?

BD59 KKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is BD59 KKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 KKU shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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