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KY59 DBX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,380 mi
Last recorded79,380 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 DBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 79,380 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 71,650 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

engine cover and under tray fitted

runs to clean to get emissions reading

Fail 30 Sep 2016 71,571 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (3.5.1i)

engine cover and under tray fitted

runs to clean to get emissions reading

Pass 19 Sep 2015 64,237 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 57,127 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2014 56,545 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 49,439 miles

10% left on front brake pads

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres tread worn low on inner and outer edges also o/s/f tyre has kerb damage

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

runs to clean to get emissions reading

Pass 10 Sep 2012 40,904 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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KY59 DBX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KY59 DBX, 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 KY59 DBX registered?

KY59 DBX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is KY59 DBX safe to buy?

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