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PK59 TZU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,501 mi
Last recorded96,501 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 TZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 96,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 96,501 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Engine oil level low

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 90,281 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 84,364 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 84,364 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Engine oil level low

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 78,788 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 71,394 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 61,002 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 57,887 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 55,144 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 52,367 miles

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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/16 89v (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 50,310 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 47,796 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 45,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 42,879 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 42,879 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2013 40,063 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 36,463 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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PK59 TZU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 PK59 TZU, 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 PK59 TZU registered?

PK59 TZU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 October 2009.

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The MOT history for PK59 TZU 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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