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FV59 KWA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,675 mi
Last recorded155,675 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 KWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 155,675 miles

covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection

Pass 22 Sep 2022 150,160 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 150,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 144,372 miles

oil leak

under trays

Pass 17 Jul 2019 130,351 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 118,556 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 112,072 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s & n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 102,295 miles

Nearside Rear cild seat fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2016 102,294 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear cild seat fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 88,917 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 88,917 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 81,424 miles

emission is to clean to give out reading

Fail 3 Jan 2013 74,415 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 74,415 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 KWA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KWA, 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 FV59 KWA registered?

FV59 KWA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is FV59 KWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 KWA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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