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RO59 VCD

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,069 mi
Last recorded49,069 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 VCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 49,069 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 46,610 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 46,610 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2024 46,610 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 43,636 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 40,765 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Oct 2021 37,809 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 34,821 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 32,552 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 26,291 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 7,682 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 7,360 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 7,138 miles

Engine cover + under panels fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 6,900 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 6,621 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 6,185 miles

slight corrosion to front brake disc inner faces

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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RO59 VCD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RO59 VCD, 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 RO59 VCD registered?

RO59 VCD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2009.

Is RO59 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO59 VCD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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