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KS59 VLZ

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,404 mi
Last recorded100,404 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS59 VLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 100,404 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 89,685 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 88,246 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 88,246 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2020 85,998 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 82,593 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 78,360 miles

Front brake disc lipped

Pass 3 Jan 2018 71,866 miles

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Fail 3 Jan 2018 71,866 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 63,913 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 57,703 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 49,034 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 40,751 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 31,238 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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KS59 VLZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VLZ, 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 VLZ?

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What year was KS59 VLZ registered?

KS59 VLZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2010.

Is KS59 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS59 VLZ 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.

Does KS59 VLZ have outstanding finance?

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