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YC59 FNX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,296 mi
Last recorded134,296 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 FNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 134,296 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 133,142 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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 30 Sep 2020 129,579 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 125,119 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 114,023 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 109,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 102,444 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 102,439 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 92,840 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 79,988 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 62,377 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 45,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre : outer wall damaged

Fail 25 Oct 2012 45,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre : outer wall damaged

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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YC59 FNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YC59 FNX, 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.

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What year was YC59 FNX registered?

YC59 FNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is YC59 FNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC59 FNX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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