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BU59 DHA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,583 mi
Last recorded119,583 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU59 DHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 119,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 106,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 92,984 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 82,382 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 80,846 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes going to each flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 74,833 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 74,766 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 68,902 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 66,111 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 65,944 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 59,553 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 52,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 52,432 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 43,744 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 37,299 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 35,879 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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BU59 DHA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BU59 DHA, 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 BU59 DHA registered?

BU59 DHA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is BU59 DHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU59 DHA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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