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KW59 VXL

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

78,453 mi
Last recorded78,453 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW59 VXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 78,453 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front bonnet catch

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive no postive leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 78,453 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front bonnet catch

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive no postive leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 72,681 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 72,681 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 69,015 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 69,013 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 67,594 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 67,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 17 Oct 2020 64,544 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 64,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 61,076 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 61,076 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 56,797 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 56,797 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 53,040 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 49,174 miles

Front disc badly worn

Nearside Rear tyre cut

Offside Front tyre cut

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear disc worn

Pass 21 Dec 2015 46,166 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 44,089 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 39,162 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 33,739 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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KW59 VXL is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 KW59 VXL, 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 16 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 KW59 VXL registered?

KW59 VXL is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 February 2010.

Is KW59 VXL safe to buy?

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