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SB59 ABK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

86,349 mi
Last recorded86,349 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 ABK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 86,349 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 77,546 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 71,258 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 65,278 miles

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

rear seat belts have child seats fitted visual inspection only

Fail 9 Sep 2019 65,275 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

rear seat belts have child seats fitted visual inspection only

Pass 11 Sep 2018 58,374 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 58,374 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb incorrectly installed (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 45,662 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted - visual inspection of seatbelt only

Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,451 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,474 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 37,364 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 30,983 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 30,983 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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SB59 ABK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SB59 ABK, 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 SB59 ABK registered?

SB59 ABK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is SB59 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 ABK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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