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EO59 XZR

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,890 mi
Last recorded120,890 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO59 XZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 120,890 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 120,888 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe corroded (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture too front (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 108,364 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 107,967 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 90,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 90,588 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 80,747 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under try (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 80,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 76,798 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 72,378 miles

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

Offside Front front fog light lens is broken

Pass 26 Mar 2019 66,262 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 60,803 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 56,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 49,167 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 40,745 miles

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)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 34,382 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 24,601 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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EO59 XZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 EO59 XZR, 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 EO59 XZR registered?

EO59 XZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is EO59 XZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO59 XZR 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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