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SH59 CVS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,000 mi
Last recorded147,000 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH59 CVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 147,000 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 143,820 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2020 143,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 135,949 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 124,938 miles

under body shields fitted obscuring some components

Fail 7 Nov 2018 124,149 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

under body shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Feb 2018 120,961 miles

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BADLY (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BADLY (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Feb 2018 120,961 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release SEAT BELT STALK - FAULTY -CANT CONNECT SEAT BELT (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded BADLY (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded BADLY (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 109,919 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 97,699 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 81,180 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 64,709 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

n/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 21 Mar 2013 48,938 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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SH59 CVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SH59 CVS, 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 SH59 CVS registered?

SH59 CVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is SH59 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH59 CVS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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