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SP59 FSN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,692 mi
Last recorded141,692 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 FSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 141,692 miles

Exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Pass 23 Jul 2025 140,410 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 138,965 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2024 138,963 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 136,027 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 134,076 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 132,955 miles

Engine cover, undertray and sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Nov 2020 132,562 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 132,562 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 128,066 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 119,718 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 109,745 miles

Front Brake disc poor

Fail 9 Nov 2017 109,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake disc poor

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,626 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 89,350 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 76,219 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 57,653 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 42,615 miles

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

both front discs heavily lipped

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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SP59 FSN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel 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 SP59 FSN, 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 SP59 FSN registered?

SP59 FSN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is SP59 FSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 FSN 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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