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HV59 YBW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,464 mi
Last recorded140,464 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 YBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 140,464 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 131,809 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 116,735 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 107,551 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 30 Jan 2023 107,475 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Feb 2022 103,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 96,207 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 88,621 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 80,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 73,677 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement foward most bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement foward most bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 68,369 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 68,369 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 59,900 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 53,046 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 45,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers smear

Pass 11 Apr 2013 39,393 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YBW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 YBW, 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 YBW registered?

HV59 YBW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is HV59 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 YBW 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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