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BF59 ZSX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,105 mi
Last recorded107,105 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 ZSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 107,105 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 107,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged 245 40 17w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2025 94,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 85,605 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2024 85,604 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 69,387 miles

Engine cover, under tray and floor pan covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Aug 2022 68,541 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 64,860 miles

under trays floor and engine covers fitted obscuring tested items

Pass 25 Aug 2020 61,129 miles

under trays engine covers fitted obscuring tested items

Pass 27 Aug 2019 57,126 miles

under trays floor and engine covers fitted obscuring tested items

Fail 24 Aug 2019 57,126 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays floor and engine covers fitted obscuring tested items

Pass 21 Aug 2018 54,441 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring tested items

Pass 23 Aug 2017 49,219 miles

Engine cover, under tray and floor pan covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Jun 2016 43,788 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 43,750 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 38,193 miles

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

Offside front tyre has a cut excess <25mm, but deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

Fail 26 Jun 2015 38,193 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Offside front tyre has a cut excess <25mm, but deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 33,537 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat - visually checked seatbelt only

front brake pads wearing low

n/s/f tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall

Pass 20 Jun 2013 29,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2012 26,325 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 26,325 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 ZSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF59 ZSX, 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 ZSX registered?

BF59 ZSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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