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EJ59 XFE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

103,794 mi
Last recorded103,794 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ59 XFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 103,794 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 103,781 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pad material unbonded , insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 93,219 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 93,219 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 81,203 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 79,648 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 77,954 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 76,913 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 73,684 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 69,897 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 62,812 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 56,376 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 50,505 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 43,463 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 43,463 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 34,378 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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EJ59 XFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ59 XFE, 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 EJ59 XFE registered?

EJ59 XFE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is EJ59 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ59 XFE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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