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BK59 CVG

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,284 mi
Last recorded129,284 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 CVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 129,284 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 123,412 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 118,805 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 118,805 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 109,530 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 96,662 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 96,662 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 83,838 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs worn

Fail 1 Mar 2017 83,838 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre bold on edges

rear brake discs worn

Pass 2 Mar 2016 67,533 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 67,533 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 52,682 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 42,886 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 42,756 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 29,631 miles

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

slight corrosion on both front brake discs

Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,497 miles

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

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

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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BK59 CVG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK59 CVG, 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 BK59 CVG registered?

BK59 CVG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BK59 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 CVG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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