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FP59 EEM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,609 mi
Last recorded114,609 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP59 EEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 114,609 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 107,456 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 98,009 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 91,955 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2019 81,970 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 78,414 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)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 78,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 74,836 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 74,836 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above rear subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing low (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 62,799 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front and both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 55,693 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 46,132 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 43,372 miles

front brake discs heavily worn/lipped

Fail 17 Oct 2013 43,372 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front brake discs heavily worn/lipped

Pass 26 Oct 2012 34,989 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped

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 EEM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EEM, 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 FP59 EEM registered?

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

Is FP59 EEM safe to buy?

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