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EK59 OFV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

76,423 mi
Last recorded76,423 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 OFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 76,423 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 76,120 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 75,822 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 75,176 miles

n/s handbrake lower than o/s

Pass 3 Aug 2021 74,749 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 74,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre perished around outer side wall

Pass 3 Aug 2020 74,309 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 73,668 miles

O EMISSION

Pass 16 Aug 2018 72,126 miles

No smoke readings available from this vehicle below 0.40

Pass 4 Sep 2017 69,947 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

zero emissions test result

Pass 5 Aug 2016 68,274 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 68,274 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,090 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing unevenly.

Pass 18 Aug 2014 65,984 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise vehicle has passed emissions test, but due to very low results, unable to provide a print out

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Aug 2013 61,698 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,761 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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EK59 OFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EK59 OFV, 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 EK59 OFV?

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What year was EK59 OFV registered?

EK59 OFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is EK59 OFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK59 OFV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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