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FX59 HJY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,257 mi
Last recorded125,257 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 HJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 125,257 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 114,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 107,271 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 100,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 93,221 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2022 93,221 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2021 88,190 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 88,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 77,799 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 72,106 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 69,492 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 63,709 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 54,743 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 54,743 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 45,670 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 36,324 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,363 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 26,363 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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FX59 HJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FX59 HJY, 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 FX59 HJY?

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What year was FX59 HJY registered?

FX59 HJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FX59 HJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX59 HJY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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