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BN59 WZP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,228 mi
Last recorded99,228 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 WZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2026 99,228 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2026 99,222 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2025 92,358 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 92,310 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 89,882 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 85,351 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 77,567 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 72,875 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside + offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 69,577 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 68,836 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 68,836 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 67,693 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Nov 2016 65,198 miles

child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 14 Nov 2016 65,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seat fitted

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2015 62,112 miles

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...Thanx 4visiting us...

Fail 26 Nov 2015 62,112 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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...Thanx 4visiting us...

Engine cover, under-tray & child seat all prevents view to testable areas

Front brake discs have worn & lipped, rears slightly (plz refvr2spec)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 57,721 miles

...Thanx 4visiting us...

All brake discs are worn & also lipped (plz refr2spec)

Both front & rear brake pads have worn away & just within the legal minimum..... i.e..1.5mm Note:; View partially obscurred so therefore advise a full inspection by removal of wheels

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/s & o/s rear tyres have worn low & just within the legal limit (plz see central areas)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 51,687 miles

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)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 47,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 47,585 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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BN59 WZP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BN59 WZP, 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 BN59 WZP?

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What year was BN59 WZP registered?

BN59 WZP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is BN59 WZP safe to buy?

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