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FL59 PKU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

141,982 mi
Last recorded141,982 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 PKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 141,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 141,982 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 131,371 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 121,925 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 121,925 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 114,818 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 114,818 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 109,633 miles

Both rear tyres approx 3-4mm

Nearside Rear tyre wearing out of shape on outer edge

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 102,715 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 93,892 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 93,892 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 83,297 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 72,488 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Undertrays Fitted to Vehicle

Pass 6 Oct 2015 61,672 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 48,630 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 39,977 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 30,080 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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FL59 PKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FL59 PKU, 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

How do I check the history of FL59 PKU?

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What year was FL59 PKU registered?

FL59 PKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is FL59 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 PKU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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