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FY59 URO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

60,408 mi
Last recorded60,408 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 URO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 60,408 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes / unable to inspect fully /covered access panels (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 60,408 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes / unable to inspect fully /covered access panels (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 53,582 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 53,579 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 47,299 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 47,298 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 41,416 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 37,003 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 32,975 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 29,690 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 28,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 26,494 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 25,715 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 25,678 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Castor arm (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both in n/s/r wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 24,254 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,888 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 21,888 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 18,829 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 URO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 URO, 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 URO registered?

FY59 URO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FY59 URO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 URO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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