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FL59 YZN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,031 mi
Last recorded92,031 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 YZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 92,031 miles

damage to o/s/r seat belt webbing

Fail 17 Jul 2026 92,008 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes corroded, viewed at gap between floor cover and n/s/r wheel arch liner (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

damage to o/s/r seat belt webbing

o/s/f tyre badly worn inner edge

Pass 24 Jun 2025 90,999 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 81,662 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 79,141 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 73,045 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 64,245 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 59,786 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 54,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre 3mm

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

Offside Rear Tyre 3mm

Pass 9 Nov 2018 47,206 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Nov 2017 41,699 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 32,489 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,001 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,028 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 24,460 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 21,907 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2012 17,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,805 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 YZN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YZN, 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 YZN?

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What year was FL59 YZN registered?

FL59 YZN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is FL59 YZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 YZN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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