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BF59 CTE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,328 mi
Last recorded139,328 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 CTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 139,328 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 138,297 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 134,696 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 133,220 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 130,959 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 129,222 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 127,249 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 124,491 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 123,090 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 119,856 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 119,856 miles

Brake performance not tested suspect rear park brake shoes collapsed during test (3.7.A.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 96,907 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 79,979 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 60,469 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to near side of vehicle

Pass 22 Oct 2012 44,510 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BF59 CTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF59 CTE, 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

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What year was BF59 CTE registered?

BF59 CTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is BF59 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 CTE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF59 CTE have outstanding finance?

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