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BF59 XRB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,627 mi
Last recorded31,627 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 XRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 31,627 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 31,133 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material off side and near side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 30,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 29,784 miles

both rear tyres measured at just 2mm 255/35zr18-94y

Fail 26 Sep 2023 29,778 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded through inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded through inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

both rear tyres measured at just 2mm 255/35zr18-94y

Pass 15 Sep 2022 28,772 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 27,782 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 26,846 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 25,926 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 24,350 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 22,389 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 20,643 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 18,195 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 15,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 15,591 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 13,457 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 11,311 miles

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 XRB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XRB, 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 XRB registered?

BF59 XRB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 2009.

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The MOT history for BF59 XRB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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