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EK59 XMC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,596 mi
Last recorded118,596 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 XMC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2025 118,596 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all headlights on all the time (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 117,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 114,472 miles

exhaust centre flexi slight worn

Fail 10 Dec 2021 114,471 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust centre flexi slight worn

Pass 3 Mar 2021 106,889 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 106,888 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 93,432 miles

unable to inspect underside properly due to covers

Pass 27 Mar 2019 78,101 miles

unable to inspect underside properly due to covers

Pass 28 Mar 2018 64,682 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 59,135 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 53,416 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 48,717 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 43,527 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 34,075 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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EK59 XMC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EK59 XMC, 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 EK59 XMC registered?

EK59 XMC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is EK59 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 XMC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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