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RE59 XXZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,240 mi
Last recorded54,240 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE59 XXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 54,240 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 51,395 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Dec 2022 51,159 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2022 51,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 49,509 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2020 47,950 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 18 Dec 2020 47,950 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 45,045 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2018 42,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 14 Jun 2017 41,018 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,309 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 10 Jun 2015 35,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 27,430 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 22,973 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge.

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 XXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XXZ, 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

How do I check the history of RE59 XXZ?

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What year was RE59 XXZ registered?

RE59 XXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is RE59 XXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE59 XXZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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