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BV59 FKN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

178,636 mi
Last recorded178,636 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 FKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 178,636 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2025 167,085 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Undertray fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Oct 2024 163,393 miles

under tray fixed time of test

Pass 27 Oct 2023 161,558 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 161,089 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 159,911 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 159,127 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 153,525 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2019 153,525 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 143,624 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front rigid brake pipe corroded in an area

Nearside Front tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder and worn inner

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

Nearside Rear rigid brake pipe corroded in an area,also area in the center area above rear suspension

Offside Front rigid brake pipe corroded in an area

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

exhaust center section join clamp fractured,though system still secure at time of test

Pass 4 Nov 2017 131,779 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 121,633 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 112,644 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 97,081 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Oct 2013 81,405 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 62,748 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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BV59 FKN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 BV59 FKN, 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.

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What year was BV59 FKN registered?

BV59 FKN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is BV59 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 FKN 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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