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SK59 VGE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,001 mi
Last recorded123,001 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 VGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 123,001 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and is wearing close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and is badly cracking on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 24 May 2022 122,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and is wearing close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and is badly cracking on the outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 115,073 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 113,749 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 111,827 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 106,431 miles

rear tyres getting low

Pass 19 Oct 2016 92,116 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 92,116 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 80,238 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Engine cover + under tray fitted at time of test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wiper blades noisey

Pass 12 Sep 2014 67,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emissions to clean to test

Pass 26 Nov 2012 36,102 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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SK59 VGE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SK59 VGE, 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 SK59 VGE registered?

SK59 VGE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 October 2009.

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