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VN59 FTJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

264,671 mi
Last recorded264,671 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 FTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 264,671 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2026 264,653 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2026 5 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 264,372 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 260,370 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 254,052 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 228,701 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 227,791 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 177,327 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 152,770 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 127,245 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 69,879 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm tread left at time of test.(1.6mm limit).

Pass 13 Jan 2014 59,090 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 51,779 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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VN59 FTJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VN59 FTJ, 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 VN59 FTJ?

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What year was VN59 FTJ registered?

VN59 FTJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is VN59 FTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN59 FTJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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