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PK59 EXN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,979 mi
Last recorded148,979 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 EXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 148,979 miles

Front Coil spring corroded N/S AND O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 146,613 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 142,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 139,750 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 134,788 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 133,333 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2019 126,478 miles
Fail 26 Dec 2019 126,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 118,217 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 109,461 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 100,265 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,532 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 72,691 miles

n/s/f tyre cut/damaged on outer sidewall

o/s handbrake effort low

o/s/f tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Fail 1 Oct 2014 72,691 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)

n/s/f tyre cut/damaged on outer sidewall

o/s handbrake effort low

o/s/f tyre cracked on inner sidewall

Pass 29 Oct 2013 58,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 42,238 miles

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

n/s/r,n/s/f and o/s/f tyres all have cuts to the outer side walls

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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PK59 EXN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 PK59 EXN, 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

How do I check the history of PK59 EXN?

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What year was PK59 EXN registered?

PK59 EXN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is PK59 EXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK59 EXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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