CarVerify

Free Car Check

HV59 KLA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

252,508 mi
Last recorded252,508 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 KLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 252,508 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 240,959 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 240,958 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 228,624 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 228,624 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lower outer (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 219,348 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3 not working. (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 209,737 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 200,439 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 200,439 miles

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

Front brake pads wearing thin and discs worn

Nearside Front Tyre badly worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material end of front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre void of tread on inner edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 187,884 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intermittent fault (4.7.1 (b) (i))

tyre tread depths; both front 6.0mm , n/s/r 3.5mm, o/s/r 4.0mm, 205/55/16 1v

Fail 30 Jun 2020 187,884 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources intermittent fault (4.7.1 (b) (i))

tyre tread depths; both front 6.0mm , n/s/r 3.5mm, o/s/r 4.0mm, 205/55/16 1v

Pass 3 May 2019 166,001 miles

n/s/r tyre worn close to limit and worn on inner and outer edges

slight kerb damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall and tyre wearing on outer edge

small cuts to n/s/r tyre tread

tyre tread depths; n/s/f 6.0mm, o/s/f 7.0mm, n/s/r 2.0mm, o/s/r 3.5mm, 205/55/16 91v

Pass 1 May 2018 151,045 miles

tyre tread depths; n/s/f 7.5mm, o/s/f 7.5mm, n/s/r 5.5mm, o/s/r 6.0mm, 205/55/16 91v

Fail 1 May 2018 151,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge, o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

tyre tread depths; n/s/f 5.0mm, o/s/f 5.5mm, n/s/r 2.0mm, o/s/r 6.0mm, 205/55/16 91v

Pass 3 May 2017 136,598 miles

tread depths: both front on 7mm, n/s/r on 4.5mm, o/s/r on 5mm.

tyre size: 205/55/16 91V.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 114,193 miles

n/s/f side light dull.

n/s/r tyre on wear limit of 1.6mm.

tread depths: n/s/f on 5mm, o/s/f on 5.5mm, n/s/r on 1.6mm o/s/r on 3mm.

tyre size: 205/55/16 91V.

Fail 11 Apr 2016 114,193 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f side light dull.

n/s/r tyre on wear limit of 1.6mm.

tread depths: n/s/f on 5mm, o/s/f on 5.5mm, n/s/r on 1.6mm o/s/r on 3mm.

tyre size: 205/55/16 91V.

Pass 13 Apr 2015 99,770 miles

stone chip in swept area less than 10mm but not effecting drivers view of road.

tread depths: n/s/f on 5.5mm, o/s/f on 7mm, n/s/r on 3.5mm, o/s/r on 4.5mm.

tyre size: 205/55/16 91V.

Fail 7 Apr 2015 99,770 miles

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

stone chip in swept area less than 10mm but not effecting drivers view of road.

tread depths: n/s/f on 5.5mm, o/s/f on 7mm, n/s/r on 3.5mm, o/s/r on 4.5mm.

tyre size: 205/55/16 91V.

Pass 7 May 2014 80,617 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2014 80,617 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2013 66,440 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Sep 2012 55,400 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HV59 KLA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 HV59 KLA, 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 HV59 KLA?

You can check the full history of HV59 KLA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HV59 KLA registered?

HV59 KLA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is HV59 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 KLA shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV59 KLA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HV59 KLA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.