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HJ59 OCY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

136,966 mi
Last recorded136,966 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 OCY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 136,966 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 135,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 135,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 132,790 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Fail 14 Jun 2024 132,790 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Pass 18 May 2023 125,574 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 125,517 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 118,657 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 110,903 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2021 110,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front wipers smearing

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 105,521 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 96,258 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 90,127 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 80,928 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 71,723 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 62,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 54,748 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 46,092 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges and slightly perished

Pass 11 Sep 2012 33,336 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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HJ59 OCY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HJ59 OCY, 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.

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What year was HJ59 OCY registered?

HJ59 OCY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2009.

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