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AV59 TNJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,827 mi
Last recorded82,827 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 TNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 82,827 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 80,760 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 7 Nov 2023 78,841 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 75,466 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material > Flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside & Outside edge + Cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside & Outside edge + Cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 72,710 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 71,500 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 69,680 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 63,599 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 57,224 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 51,281 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 6 Nov 2015 44,364 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 37,520 miles

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

avise headlamps set for euro driving flat beam image, o/s front tyre worn on edges

Pass 6 Nov 2014 37,520 miles

avise headlamps set for euro driving flat beam image, o/s front tyre worn on edges

Pass 6 Nov 2013 31,699 miles

headlamps set for euro driving- flat beam image

Fail 5 Nov 2013 31,698 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

headlamps set for euro driving- flat beam image

Pass 8 Nov 2012 23,699 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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AV59 TNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AV59 TNJ, 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 AV59 TNJ registered?

AV59 TNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is AV59 TNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 TNJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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