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RV58 LZW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

86,123 mi
Last recorded86,123 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 LZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 86,123 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 83,637 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 80,682 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 78,875 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 77,308 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 75,837 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 74,050 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 72,263 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2017 69,979 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 57,061 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 53,890 miles

rear pads are over half worn

Fail 8 Jan 2016 53,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear pads are over half worn

Pass 15 Jan 2015 36,665 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 22,736 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 18,280 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 13,487 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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RV58 LZW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 RV58 LZW, 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 RV58 LZW?

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What year was RV58 LZW registered?

RV58 LZW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 2009.

Is RV58 LZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 LZW 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.

Does RV58 LZW have outstanding finance?

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