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KN59 UAY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,024 mi
Last recorded59,024 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 UAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 59,024 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2026 59,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2025 58,479 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 58,479 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 57,356 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 56,594 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 55,549 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 52,480 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 48,509 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 45,840 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 42,915 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 39,551 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 36,292 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 35,435 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 35,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 34,320 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Dec 2014 34,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre out of shape

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 32,996 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 29,128 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 29,128 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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KN59 UAY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KN59 UAY, 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 KN59 UAY registered?

KN59 UAY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is KN59 UAY safe to buy?

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