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FL59 XPB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,899 mi
Last recorded90,899 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 XPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 90,899 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 88,739 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 86,865 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 83,578 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 83,578 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 78,689 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 74,595 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 70,137 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 62,400 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 53,549 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 43,697 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 37,244 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 33,713 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 29,287 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 24,764 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 20,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 XPB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FL59 XPB, 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 FL59 XPB registered?

FL59 XPB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is FL59 XPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 XPB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL59 XPB have outstanding finance?

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