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KU59 YXJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

157,260 mi
Last recorded157,260 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 157,260 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 157,260 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM INNER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp NOT A STEAY LIGHT SAUCE (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE LOW PRESSURE

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES TO BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 156,205 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL TO BRAKE HOSES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 156,205 miles

Central Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL TO BRAKE HOSES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 153,166 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear of 2 arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 143,484 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2022 138,052 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2022 138,052 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 pipes front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2021 133,131 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 127,139 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 106,181 miles

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))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 89,013 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 75,985 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 74,190 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 70,042 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 67,509 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,901 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 46,693 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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KU59 YXJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU59 YXJ, 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 YXJ registered?

KU59 YXJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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The MOT history for KU59 YXJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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