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OV59 COH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

156,957 mi
Last recorded156,957 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 COH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 156,957 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 137,635 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 116,954 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 116,954 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 95,108 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 75,565 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre top and bottom engine covers fitted tyre monitor system showing

Pass 25 Oct 2014 60,792 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Oct 2014 60,792 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 55,576 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 46,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Oct 2012 32,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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OV59 COH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OV59 COH, 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 OV59 COH registered?

OV59 COH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is OV59 COH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 COH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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