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EX59 UDM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,479 mi
Last recorded146,479 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 UDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 146,479 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2026 146,479 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 142,307 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 137,300 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 130,166 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 128,232 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 127,100 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 121,307 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 119,961 miles

O/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge

Fail 16 Jun 2018 119,958 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

O/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 27 May 2017 107,072 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 78,523 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 15 Jul 2015 57,462 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 50,195 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,106 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 40,252 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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EX59 UDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol 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 EX59 UDM, 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 EX59 UDM?

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What year was EX59 UDM registered?

EX59 UDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is EX59 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 UDM 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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