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KV59 GHU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

105,953 mi
Last recorded105,953 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 GHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 105,953 miles

Front bumper insecure

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

front and rear number plates starting to delaminate

n/s/f tyre bald on edges and cut in sidewall

small chips in screen

Fail 2 Oct 2012 105,953 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

front and rear number plates starting to delaminate

front discs slightly lipped

n/s/f tyre bald on edges and cut in sidewall

small chips in screen

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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KV59 GHU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KV59 GHU, 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 KV59 GHU registered?

KV59 GHU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is KV59 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV59 GHU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV59 GHU have outstanding finance?

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