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RE59 OTB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,678 mi
Last recorded151,678 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 OTB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 151,678 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 151,672 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at joint to flexy hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2022 126,925 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 121,013 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 112,977 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 103,981 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 96,484 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 84,244 miles

Rear both tyres heavy wear on outer edge and 3mm

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 71,137 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 55,151 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 40,563 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 23,982 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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RE59 OTB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE59 OTB, 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 RE59 OTB registered?

RE59 OTB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is RE59 OTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 OTB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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