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HK59 COU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,254 mi
Last recorded158,254 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK59 COU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 158,254 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 150,261 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 141,278 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 131,601 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 118,740 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 106,398 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 96,000 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 79,423 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 62,046 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 45,781 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 43,565 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 38,692 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 38,692 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 34,209 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 34,209 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 29,267 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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HK59 COU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HK59 COU, 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 HK59 COU?

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What year was HK59 COU registered?

HK59 COU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is HK59 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK59 COU shows 16 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.

Does HK59 COU have outstanding finance?

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