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EF59 TJV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,782 mi
Last recorded136,782 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 TJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 136,782 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 131,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower front arm dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower front arm dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 125,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 120,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 114,254 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 107,231 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 103,483 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 93,696 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 87,540 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front tyre edges have wear

Pass 14 Dec 2016 79,308 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 67,619 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 54,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Dec 2014 54,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre is warn on outer edge

Pass 18 Dec 2013 42,513 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 28,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 28,874 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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EF59 TJV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF59 TJV, 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 EF59 TJV registered?

EF59 TJV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is EF59 TJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF59 TJV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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