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VX59 BFV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,026 mi
Last recorded156,026 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX59 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 156,026 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 148,039 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 143,594 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 140,105 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 133,739 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 127,205 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 121,717 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 110,653 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 97,644 miles

both front parking lights inop

front discs slightly corroded and worn, front pads 5mm

Fail 3 Jan 2018 97,643 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear lens damaged

both front parking lights inop

front discs slightly corroded and worn, front pads 5mm

tyre pressure warning light message on dash

Pass 18 Nov 2016 89,583 miles

front brake discs lipped

Pass 11 Nov 2015 64,488 miles

Nearside Front headlamp aim dim

offside rear lens damaged

Pass 5 Dec 2014 43,538 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 22,149 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 13,736 miles

rear tyres only just legal

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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VX59 BFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VX59 BFV, 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 VX59 BFV registered?

VX59 BFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is VX59 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX59 BFV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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