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OV59 SWN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,665 mi
Last recorded125,665 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 SWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 125,665 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both Sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens Damaged/Taped (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 120,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lens damaged

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 111,855 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 105,267 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 101,800 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 100,391 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 89,293 miles

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGES

Fail 17 Apr 2018 89,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGES

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

Pass 15 Jan 2017 82,025 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 75,429 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 2 Jan 2015 67,891 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 59,539 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 15 Jan 2013 53,054 miles

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 SWN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OV59 SWN, 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 SWN registered?

OV59 SWN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2009.

Is OV59 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 SWN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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