2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · BV59 FKS
2009 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 24 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 117,500 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,500 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV59 FKS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
- 117,500 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV59 FKS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (BV59 FKS) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
BV59 FKS Mileage History
- 28/05/2024106,783 mi
- 23/05/2025111,549 mi+4,766 mi
- 23/05/2025111,549 mi
- 18/05/2026117,499 mi+5,950 mi
- 18/05/2026117,500 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,435 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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