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DG59 WZC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,036 mi
Last recorded98,036 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 WZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 98,036 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 96,250 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Apr 2020 96,250 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Apr 2019 89,113 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Apr 2019 89,113 miles

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 78,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has some tread damage

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inner and outer shoulders

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner shoulder

Oil leak lower engine bay area ()

Fail 5 Apr 2018 78,489 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre has some tread damage

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inner and outer shoulders

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inner shoulder

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 12 Apr 2017 68,031 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 56,643 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 45,874 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,526 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 35,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 31,972 miles

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

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

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 WZC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WZC, 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 WZC registered?

DG59 WZC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is DG59 WZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 WZC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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