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KR59 FMJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

93,504 mi
Last recorded93,504 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR59 FMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 93,504 miles

Both front shock absorber bodies corroded.

Both front suspension arm ball joint boots slightly deteriorated.

Both rear tyres cracked/perished on inner side walls.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSH CRACKED/PERISHED.

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSH CRACKED/PERISHED.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

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

Fail 21 Jul 2025 93,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front shock absorber bodies corroded.

Both front suspension arm ball joint boots slightly deteriorated.

Both rear tyres cracked/perished on inner side walls.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSH CRACKED/PERISHED.

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSH CRACKED/PERISHED.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 89,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 84,668 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 75,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Jul 2021 69,169 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2020 65,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 59,985 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 51,930 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 45,250 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 40,589 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 35,872 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 30,388 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 24,237 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front tyres have cracks on outer sidewalls

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 19 Nov 2012 20,954 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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KR59 FMJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KR59 FMJ, 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 KR59 FMJ registered?

KR59 FMJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is KR59 FMJ safe to buy?

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