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SG59 SPG

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,498 mi
Last recorded113,498 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 SPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 113,498 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 113,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2021 105,391 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 98,075 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 81,138 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2018 71,495 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 66,082 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 52,917 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 42,505 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 31,008 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 30,990 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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SG59 SPG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SG59 SPG, 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 SG59 SPG?

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What year was SG59 SPG registered?

SG59 SPG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is SG59 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 SPG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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