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RV59 PFO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

353,806 mi
Last recorded353,806 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 PFO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 353,806 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 203,696 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

under cover not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2021 200,679 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 200,679 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 194,382 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 177,783 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jan 2019 177,783 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + deteriorated 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 171,534 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 171,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 161,914 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 147,513 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 147,513 miles

Registration plate lamp not working offside (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 129,697 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Nov 2013 112,544 miles

N/S/F TYRE BOLD ON OUTER EDGE

O/S/F TYRE LOW ON INNER EDGE

Pass 18 Sep 2012 101,271 miles

Nearside 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 PFO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PFO, 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 RV59 PFO registered?

RV59 PFO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is RV59 PFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 PFO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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