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DG59 JNV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,234 mi
Last recorded88,234 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 JNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 88,234 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 88,234 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 77,163 miles

rear tyres tread cracking

Pass 12 Oct 2023 74,004 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 72,433 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks forming but cords not showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 70,298 miles

Nearside Front drop link,lower dust cover cracked

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2020 69,936 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 69,936 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2019 69,193 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes to both flexes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 67,964 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 67,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 66,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 65,103 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 38,513 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 52,892 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 42,118 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,753 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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DG59 JNV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DG59 JNV, 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 DG59 JNV registered?

DG59 JNV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DG59 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 JNV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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