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KV59 TVU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,460 mi
Last recorded140,460 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 TVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 140,460 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 130,695 miles

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

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 26 Apr 2024 120,416 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 106,075 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))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 106,074 miles

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

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))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 97,260 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 90,174 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 84,704 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2019 76,435 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Fail 25 Mar 2019 76,435 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2018 65,446 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 53,941 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2016 42,838 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside rear on 2mm and has deep cut to tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 28,344 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 24,738 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 20,888 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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KV59 TVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KV59 TVU, 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 TVU registered?

KV59 TVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is KV59 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV59 TVU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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