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KV59 SXG

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

144,968 mi
Last recorded144,968 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 SXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 144,968 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn low on outer edge / Tyre size 225/45R17 99W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 245/45R17 99W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Drop link cover deteriorated / split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake cable mounting bracket adrift

Fail 17 Nov 2021 144,959 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn low on outer edge / Tyre size 225/45R17 99W (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Parking brake mounting bracket adrift

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 245/45R17 99W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Drop link cover deteriorated / split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 130,742 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 111,101 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 May 2019 111,099 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 94,582 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 16 May 2018 94,582 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 78,945 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2016 64,032 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 64,032 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 58,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 48,012 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 34,611 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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KV59 SXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KV59 SXG, 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 SXG registered?

KV59 SXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is KV59 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV59 SXG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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