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KY59 NHF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,218 mi
Last recorded54,218 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 NHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 54,218 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 52,857 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 51,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2023 51,276 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To hose (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 48,457 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 45,648 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 43,205 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 41,788 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 39,722 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 36,861 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 32,909 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 30,213 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 27,343 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 27,343 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 23,130 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 17,642 miles

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

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 NHF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol 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 KY59 NHF, 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

How do I check the history of KY59 NHF?

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What year was KY59 NHF registered?

KY59 NHF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is KY59 NHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 NHF 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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