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MF59 VDX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,107 mi
Last recorded46,107 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 VDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 46,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 35,329 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 24,390 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 13,799 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 13,778 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 13,740 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 13,627 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 12,975 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 12,218 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Sep 2017 11,552 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,305 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 10,247 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 9,296 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2014 9,296 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 8,431 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 7,180 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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MF59 VDX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MF59 VDX, 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 MF59 VDX registered?

MF59 VDX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is MF59 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 VDX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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