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KV59 YGK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,488 mi
Last recorded63,488 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 YGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 63,488 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 60,066 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 55,126 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 50,198 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 50,198 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2022 46,043 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 40,530 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 36,822 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 36,822 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,563 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 31,937 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 31,937 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 29,154 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 25,412 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 28 Sep 2015 22,094 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 18,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 15,856 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 11,913 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 YGK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol 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 KV59 YGK, 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 YGK registered?

KV59 YGK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is KV59 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV59 YGK 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.

Does KV59 YGK have outstanding finance?

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