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PK59 WDN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

126,377 mi
Last recorded126,377 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 WDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 126,377 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield loose

several bushes perishing but not resulting in excessive movement

slight corrosion forming on underside includinsuspension arm general underside and brake pipes

Pass 9 Jul 2025 120,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

several suspension bushes perished on underside

Fail 8 Jul 2025 120,608 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2254517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

several suspension bushes perished on underside

Pass 27 Jul 2024 114,697 miles

Aux belt squeals on full lock

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 105,922 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 96,250 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2022 96,185 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 80,536 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 80,536 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 70,238 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 68,849 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 May 2019 68,849 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2018 67,300 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 May 2017 65,783 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear and O/S front (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 22 May 2017 65,783 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear and O/S front (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 May 2016 62,955 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 62,955 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 59,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2015 59,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface corrosion on discs

Pass 6 Mar 2014 54,149 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 54,111 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 43,486 miles

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

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 WDN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PK59 WDN, 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 WDN registered?

PK59 WDN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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