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FE59 OYW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,118 mi
Last recorded119,118 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 OYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 119,118 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 110,143 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 104,162 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 98,568 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 91,907 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 89,164 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 83,990 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 83,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 73,688 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 73,568 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 55,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

one of two nearside front sidelight out

Pass 21 Nov 2013 55,566 miles

one of two nearside front sidelight out

Pass 22 Nov 2012 34,287 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 17,007 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 OYW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc 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 OYW, 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 FE59 OYW registered?

FE59 OYW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is FE59 OYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 OYW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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