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FY59 BZA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,870 mi
Last recorded103,870 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 BZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 103,870 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 95,217 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front. (3.5.1g)

Emissions to clean too read.

Front Tyres worn on edges.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides. (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 95,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear. (2.4.G.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front. (3.5.1g)

Emissions to clean too read.

Front Tyres worn on edges.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 81,889 miles

Nail in n/s/r tyre.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 44,165 miles

Nail in n/s rear tyres.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 69,429 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 56,054 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 42,873 miles

both front tyres worn on inner /outer shoulders

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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FY59 BZA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FY59 BZA, 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 FY59 BZA registered?

FY59 BZA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is FY59 BZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 BZA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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