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RV59 BFX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,554 mi
Last recorded92,554 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 BFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 92,554 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 87,036 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 81,538 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 75,921 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 70,873 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 65,637 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 63,339 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 56,841 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 52,662 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 46,956 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 41,006 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 37,007 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 32,142 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 32,142 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 23,184 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 22,475 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill trim covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RV59 BFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RV59 BFX, 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 RV59 BFX registered?

RV59 BFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is RV59 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 BFX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV59 BFX have outstanding finance?

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