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EO59 OTE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,579 mi
Last recorded100,579 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO59 OTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 100,579 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 98,540 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 90,120 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 84,032 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 80,057 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 77,056 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 77,029 miles

Brake warning device not identifying low pressure (1.1.4 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2017 65,352 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 56,709 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 56,709 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 45,935 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 41,231 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 38,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

emissions too clean to register result

Pass 29 Nov 2013 38,133 miles

emissions too clean to register result

Pass 1 Dec 2012 31,734 miles

emissions too clean to register result

Pass 6 Dec 2011 18,480 miles

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

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

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

unable to inspect front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

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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EO59 OTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EO59 OTE, 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 EO59 OTE?

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What year was EO59 OTE registered?

EO59 OTE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is EO59 OTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO59 OTE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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