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RV59 AHC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,116 mi
Last recorded85,116 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 AHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 85,116 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2025 77,212 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2024 72,612 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 69,757 miles

1/ slight damage to n/s front tyre outer side wall

Pass 25 Feb 2022 66,789 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 65,286 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 64,539 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 64,529 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 61,698 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 56,126 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,216 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front have wear (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 47,528 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,988 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 35,998 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 31,975 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 23,913 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RV59 AHC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 RV59 AHC, 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 RV59 AHC registered?

RV59 AHC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is RV59 AHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 AHC 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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