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BV59 FGA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

144,094 mi
Last recorded144,094 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 FGA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 144,094 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 139,253 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 133,131 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 127,017 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 120,897 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))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 114,346 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 107,380 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 107,380 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 96,883 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 86,458 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 77,473 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 71,653 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2015 64,845 miles

Front tyres worn shoulders

Pass 14 May 2014 57,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2013 49,267 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 40,414 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 40,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BV59 FGA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BV59 FGA, 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 BV59 FGA registered?

BV59 FGA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is BV59 FGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 FGA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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