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FV59 EFY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,623 mi
Last recorded108,623 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 EFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 108,623 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 103,647 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 96,433 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 96,433 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 86,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 77,605 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 65,274 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 50,495 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 44,125 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 44,125 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 36,428 miles

Oil leak major leak ()

Pass 23 Oct 2015 30,272 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 24,413 miles

advise near side front tyre,wearing unevenly and outer side wall damaged

advise off side front and centre rear,seat belt buckles,covers missing

Fail 10 Nov 2014 24,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise near side front tyre,wearing unevenly and outer side wall damaged

advise off side front and centre rear,seat belt buckles,covers missing

Pass 11 Nov 2013 19,165 miles

advise osf tyre cut in tyre wall

Pass 14 Nov 2012 13,886 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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FV59 EFY 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 81.3%.

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 FV59 EFY, 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 FV59 EFY?

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What year was FV59 EFY registered?

FV59 EFY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is FV59 EFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 EFY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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