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HV59 KBN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,951 mi
Last recorded86,951 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 KBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 86,951 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jan 2021 86,944 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly Corroded at Ferrule (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens Damaged On Mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 67,540 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 14 May 2018 59,375 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 49,710 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 47,021 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,537 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 38,239 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,495 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 33,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 31,087 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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HV59 KBN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HV59 KBN, 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.

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What year was HV59 KBN registered?

HV59 KBN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is HV59 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 KBN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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