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BG59 RXD

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

168,462 mi
Last recorded168,462 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 RXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 168,462 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2025 168,461 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 156,105 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 147,021 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 138,650 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2020 128,014 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2019 117,554 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2018 108,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2017 103,270 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 101,417 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 98,661 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2014 89,210 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 75,076 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

front right parking light on dash

front wipers poor

tyre size 205/55x16v

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,856 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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BG59 RXD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG59 RXD, 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 BG59 RXD?

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What year was BG59 RXD registered?

BG59 RXD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 2009.

Is BG59 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 RXD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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