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HV59 WFU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

107,753 mi
Last recorded107,753 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 WFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 107,753 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 103,670 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 99,680 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 95,004 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 92,147 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 92,147 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 92,059 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 85,251 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 73,547 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 72,497 miles

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Fail 14 Nov 2017 72,497 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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Pass 25 Jul 2016 70,987 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 66,656 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 29 Nov 2014 57,545 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Dec 2013 44,282 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 44,282 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 44,282 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 29,812 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 29,812 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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 WFU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol 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 HV59 WFU, 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 WFU registered?

HV59 WFU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is HV59 WFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 WFU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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