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FE59 BVV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,534 mi
Last recorded140,534 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 BVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 140,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 135,238 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 126,659 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 111,438 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2019 111,438 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 110,577 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 99,996 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 95,865 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 94,920 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 90,448 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 81,687 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 70,944 miles

vehicle model design undercovers-could not check vehicle parts 100%

Pass 15 May 2013 58,754 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 48,776 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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FE59 BVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FE59 BVV, 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 FE59 BVV registered?

FE59 BVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FE59 BVV safe to buy?

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