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KU59 MDX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,087 mi
Last recorded115,087 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 MDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 115,087 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 109,464 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 102,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

under covers fitted

Fail 28 Jun 2024 102,073 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

under covers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2023 95,012 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 87,479 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 80,960 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 79,623 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 79,623 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 76,406 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 76,406 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 72,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge, 4mm tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge, 4mm tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 Sep 2019 72,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Post-flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Comes down from n/s/r wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Comes down from the n/s/r wheel arch, pipe for o/s/f calliper. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Post-flexi. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge, 4mm tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge, 4mm tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 66,619 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 61,988 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 57,910 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake pipes corroded

light damage to nearside front tyre sidewall

light damage to vehicle

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 24 Sep 2015 52,684 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers fitted obscuring some testable items

internal adjuster used to recheck headlight aim

nearside lower sill plastic damaged and cracked

offside front tyre 2mm and worn on edges

under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 17 Sep 2014 47,683 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Sep 2013 40,765 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 36,197 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 36,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 MDX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KU59 MDX, 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 KU59 MDX registered?

KU59 MDX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is KU59 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU59 MDX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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