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FG59 NVF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,206 mi
Last recorded117,206 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 NVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 117,206 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 117,204 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 112,753 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 112,732 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure clamp broken through (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 107,158 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 104,132 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 98,001 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Offside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 12 Dec 2017 95,566 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 93,358 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2015 90,180 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts very badly worn (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 63,858 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 63,858 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 62,884 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 62,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 54,287 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 43,498 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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FG59 NVF 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 75%.

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 FG59 NVF, 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 FG59 NVF registered?

FG59 NVF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is FG59 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 NVF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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