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DU59 VYT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,575 mi
Last recorded155,575 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 VYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 155,575 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 142,059 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 142,059 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 127,147 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 126,426 miles

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

engine covers fitted

light misting of oil on the underside

Fail 20 Sep 2016 126,426 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

light misting of oil on the underside

Pass 2 Sep 2015 104,778 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 64,671 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 55,111 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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DU59 VYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DU59 VYT, 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 DU59 VYT registered?

DU59 VYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is DU59 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU59 VYT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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