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MX59 RYP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,550 mi
Last recorded97,550 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX59 RYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 97,550 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2024 94,988 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective AND REAR MOUNTING BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FORWARD ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive AUTOMATIC GEARBOX SUMP CORRODED (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 91,435 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 88,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 86,450 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 86,450 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 84,827 miles

advice keep eye on front tyres

Fail 22 Dec 2020 84,827 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

advice keep eye on front tyres

Pass 27 Nov 2019 81,840 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 77,021 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 77,021 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 67,796 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 58,788 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,222 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 39,645 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 28,956 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 27,396 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 23,848 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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MX59 RYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MX59 RYP, 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 MX59 RYP registered?

MX59 RYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is MX59 RYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX59 RYP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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