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ML59 OEC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

146,528 mi
Last recorded146,528 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 OEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 146,528 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 134,019 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2025 133,897 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,779 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 113,426 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 104,682 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 95,439 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 86,089 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 74,951 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 64,786 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 62,940 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 61,066 miles

Rear seat belts unchecked due to child seats fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2014 56,932 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2013 50,862 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,511 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside blinker 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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ML59 OEC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ML59 OEC, 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 ML59 OEC registered?

ML59 OEC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is ML59 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML59 OEC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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