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HV59 MTO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,568 mi
Last recorded104,568 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 MTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 104,568 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2025 104,568 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 100,934 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also nail on tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 97,561 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 93,915 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 91,371 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 85,353 miles

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

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

Under trays & top covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Jul 2019 80,858 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 78,324 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 74,133 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 72,748 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 72,748 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 13 Jun 2016 58,519 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 49,943 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 35,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2014 35,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 30,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 30,301 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 25,644 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGES.

Pass 7 Sep 2012 17,895 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,280 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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HV59 MTO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HV59 MTO, 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 HV59 MTO registered?

HV59 MTO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is HV59 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 MTO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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