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NJ59 KVU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,777 mi
Last recorded72,777 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ59 KVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 72,777 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 72,774 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 61,550 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2023 61,543 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 46,922 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 46,851 miles

Front VENTED DISCS CORRODED FACES

Fail 13 Nov 2018 46,851 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front VENTED DISCS CORRODED FACES

Pass 14 Nov 2017 44,742 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside windscreen washer weak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 44,742 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside windscreen washer weak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2017 43,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 26,419 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2015 23,395 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 21,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Aug 2013 17,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 11,560 miles

both front tyres are splitting on the outter edges

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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NJ59 KVU 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 62.5%.

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 NJ59 KVU, 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 NJ59 KVU registered?

NJ59 KVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is NJ59 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ59 KVU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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