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KU59 GOP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

153,452 mi
Last recorded153,452 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 GOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 153,452 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2026 153,448 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to dpf regenning (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 147,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on shoulders - 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2025 147,498 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40x17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on shoulders - 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 141,685 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 136,820 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 133,163 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 127,672 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 127,669 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall split on inside due to tyre being run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2020 124,206 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 124,206 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture THESE MUST BE REPLACED NOT CLEANED (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture THESE MUST BE REPLACED NOT CLEANED (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2019 115,190 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 104,395 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 95,008 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 85,854 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to legal limit in centre of tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 77,188 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 76,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,444 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 53,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KU59 GOP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KU59 GOP, 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 KU59 GOP registered?

KU59 GOP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 September 2009.

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The MOT history for KU59 GOP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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