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HV59 TZB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,010 mi
Last recorded103,010 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 TZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 103,010 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 100,087 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 96,927 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))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 2 Aug 2023 92,562 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 85,851 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 77,758 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 71,487 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 71,487 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bands broken inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply showing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2019 64,070 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 59,880 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 55,895 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 48,811 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 42,293 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 36,801 miles

front tyre is cracking in the tread

front tyres are wearing low on the edges

Fail 9 Oct 2013 36,801 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front tyre is cracking in the tread

front tyres are wearing low on the edges

Pass 11 Oct 2012 27,596 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 TZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 HV59 TZB, 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 HV59 TZB?

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What year was HV59 TZB registered?

HV59 TZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is HV59 TZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 TZB 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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