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MK59 UKZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,437 mi
Last recorded103,437 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 UKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,437 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 99,498 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 94,890 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 90,572 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

offside and nearside front and rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2021 87,740 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 84,229 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 80,072 miles

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ends both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 76,101 miles

Nearside Front parking lamp inoperative, one side light still working so less than 50 per cent

Pass 14 Dec 2017 71,626 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 58,886 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 43,524 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 33,888 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,082 miles

front tyres displaying age related cracking/nsf sidewall damage

Pass 13 Feb 2014 29,217 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 29,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 19,631 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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MK59 UKZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 MK59 UKZ, 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 MK59 UKZ registered?

MK59 UKZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is MK59 UKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 UKZ 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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