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MF59 PHN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,359 mi
Last recorded156,359 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 PHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 156,359 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 132,598 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 110,302 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2015 110,302 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 87,817 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,322 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 46,439 miles

Front registration plate laminate is slightly peeling

Nearside front tyre has deep cuts in the sidewall

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

Offside front tyre has very deep cuts in the sidewall

Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,215 miles

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

n/s/f o/s/f tyre outer damaged

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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MF59 PHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 MF59 PHN, 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 MF59 PHN registered?

MF59 PHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is MF59 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 PHN shows 8 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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