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DG59 JRU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,548 mi
Last recorded178,548 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 JRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 178,548 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

under trays and sill covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 24 May 2019 134,146 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

windscreen marked

Fail 24 May 2019 134,144 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

windscreen marked

Pass 30 Nov 2017 89,756 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted limiting inspection

Pass 8 Nov 2016 67,400 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 60,611 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 52,601 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 52,601 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 40,569 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 31,662 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,662 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 JRU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG59 JRU, 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 DG59 JRU registered?

DG59 JRU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is DG59 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 JRU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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