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DG59 ZVY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,968 mi
Last recorded39,968 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 ZVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 39,968 miles

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

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 39,047 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 34,701 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 33,331 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 31,206 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 31,197 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 29,107 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 27,209 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,074 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 21,868 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 19,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,801 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 15,850 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2014 12,120 miles

Nearside Front 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 28 Mar 2013 9,993 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 ZVY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DG59 ZVY, 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 ZVY registered?

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

Is DG59 ZVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 ZVY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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