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HV59 VRL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

119,772 mi
Last recorded119,772 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 VRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 119,772 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 89,804 miles

engine covers+undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 May 2017 84,409 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 82,443 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 72,787 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened grooved and poor condition (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front two cuts in outer sidewall

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened grooved and poor condition (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 62,671 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 51,769 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 51,672 miles

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated, likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 36,446 miles

o/s/r tyre at 3mm & bold on inside edge.

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 VRL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HV59 VRL, 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 HV59 VRL registered?

HV59 VRL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is HV59 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 VRL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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