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EA59 RLX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,869 mi
Last recorded96,869 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 RLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 96,869 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 90,883 miles

engine warning light on dash

under trays fitted unable to check

Fail 20 Apr 2018 90,683 miles

Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint near side and off side (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm near side and off side (4.1.E.1)

engine warning light on dash

under trays fitted unable to check

Pass 6 Mar 2017 79,790 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded near side and off side (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak engine ()

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

engine warning light on dash

under trays fitted unable to inspect

Fail 6 Mar 2017 79,790 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded near side and off side (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak engine ()

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

engine warning light on dash

under trays fitted unable to inspect

Pass 10 Mar 2016 69,899 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 68,740 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 68,740 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 66,084 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 52,698 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 46,831 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 46,831 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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EA59 RLX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EA59 RLX, 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

How do I check the history of EA59 RLX?

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What year was EA59 RLX registered?

EA59 RLX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is EA59 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 RLX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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