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HX59 FVO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,753 mi
Last recorded114,753 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX59 FVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 114,753 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 109,651 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 105,808 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 105,808 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,813 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 81,846 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2020 81,846 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 68,122 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 56,750 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 47,380 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 42,351 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 38,264 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 30,468 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 21,513 miles

bothrear tyres have cuts to inner sidewalls but not to cords

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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HX59 FVO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 HX59 FVO, 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 HX59 FVO registered?

HX59 FVO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is HX59 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX59 FVO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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