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MK59 UNZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,538 mi
Last recorded122,538 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 UNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 122,538 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 116,978 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 113,077 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 27 Jul 2023 105,833 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 105,833 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 100,628 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 93,696 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 93,330 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 88,482 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 88,353 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 85,253 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 79,938 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 79,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2017 75,915 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 64,332 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 55,532 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 55,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 47,650 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

oil low

Pass 9 Sep 2014 47,650 miles

oil low

Pass 9 Aug 2013 34,363 miles

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

engine oil low

Pass 25 Aug 2012 23,732 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 UNZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MK59 UNZ, 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.

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What year was MK59 UNZ registered?

MK59 UNZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is MK59 UNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 UNZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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