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KY59 YFW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

143,024 mi
Last recorded143,024 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 YFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2026 143,024 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 126,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 123,496 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 121,209 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 118,765 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 116,930 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 116,923 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 112,736 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 112,736 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 106,110 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 96,586 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 90,409 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 78,681 miles

Offside Rear tyre has nail/screw on outer shoulder

Rear both rear tyres worn on inside shoulder

Pass 10 Sep 2015 65,972 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 51,586 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 42,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 31,184 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing smooth on very outer edge

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 YFW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YFW, 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 YFW registered?

KY59 YFW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is KY59 YFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 YFW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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