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CN59 ZXK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

159,056 mi
Last recorded159,056 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN59 ZXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 159,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

parking brake just within limit for pass . 19%

Fail 20 Apr 2026 159,050 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From nearside to offside (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 142,056 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 137,132 miles

cover sills shields

Pass 11 Jul 2023 131,278 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 131,278 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 125,212 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 125,207 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 120,265 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 120,265 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 115,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 114,605 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

offside front anti roll linkage dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Feb 2019 111,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 108,579 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 108,579 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 13,370 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 92,678 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 80,599 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 76,201 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 55,774 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,741 miles

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

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

front wipers smearing screen

nearside rear,lower,inner side light not working

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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CN59 ZXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 CN59 ZXK, 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 CN59 ZXK registered?

CN59 ZXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is CN59 ZXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN59 ZXK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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