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BN59 XAH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,606 mi
Last recorded46,606 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 XAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 46,606 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 42,754 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 37,412 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 32,927 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 28,265 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 25,538 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 23,370 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 20,746 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 15,350 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 14,592 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 14,592 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 13,385 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 12,032 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 10,233 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 7,867 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 5,692 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 XAH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BN59 XAH, 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 XAH?

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What year was BN59 XAH registered?

BN59 XAH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BN59 XAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 XAH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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