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DA59 DDJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,272 mi
Last recorded108,272 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 DDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 108,272 miles

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Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Dec 2016 89,281 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 89,281 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp broken (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 70,708 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 70,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/18 Y Conti (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres badly worn inner edges tracking req !!!!

Pass 21 Jan 2015 58,109 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 58,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 43,244 miles

Nearside front tyre has cut in sidewall

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jan 2013 29,763 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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DA59 DDJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DA59 DDJ, 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 DA59 DDJ registered?

DA59 DDJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is DA59 DDJ safe to buy?

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