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FY59 BZB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

124,147 mi
Last recorded124,147 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 BZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 124,147 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 117,071 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 117,040 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system Brake flexi upper ferrule (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2023 112,429 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 112,427 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 106,276 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 99,492 miles

Both front tyres inner edges worn

Fail 12 Nov 2021 99,492 miles

Both front tyres inner edges worn

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 93,983 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2020 93,981 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 88,832 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 83,530 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 73,747 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 62,559 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 62,559 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 60,989 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,057 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2013 43,309 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,845 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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FY59 BZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FY59 BZB, 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 FY59 BZB?

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What year was FY59 BZB registered?

FY59 BZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is FY59 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 BZB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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