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FP59 AZB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,001 mi
Last recorded48,001 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 AZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 48,001 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2025 47,913 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 45,736 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 43,541 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 43,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear parking brake noisy

Pass 12 Oct 2022 41,392 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 41,392 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 38,444 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 36,728 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 36,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 34,147 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 31,728 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 27,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,657 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 33,778 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 14,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 11,669 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 10,940 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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FP59 AZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FP59 AZB, 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 FP59 AZB registered?

FP59 AZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2009.

Is FP59 AZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP59 AZB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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