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KS59 VLA

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,875 mi
Last recorded65,875 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS59 VLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 65,875 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 59,614 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 48,301 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge. Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 46,141 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2021 44,372 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 42,988 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Dec 2019 41,717 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 40,311 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 38,901 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 36,911 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 33,600 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 30,400 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 25,101 miles

Engine cover loose

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 18,889 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 18,841 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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KS59 VLA is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 KS59 VLA, 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 16 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 KS59 VLA?

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What year was KS59 VLA registered?

KS59 VLA is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 January 2010.

Is KS59 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS59 VLA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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