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SK59 WVZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

102,995 mi
Last recorded102,995 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 WVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 102,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2026 102,994 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 95,213 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 90,305 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 90,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 85,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Sep 2022 81,375 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Sep 2021 77,401 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 73,009 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 68,188 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 62,937 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,540 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 49,722 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 43,330 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 35,058 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge near limit

Pass 19 Sep 2013 28,491 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 20,109 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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SK59 WVZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WVZ, 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 SK59 WVZ registered?

SK59 WVZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is SK59 WVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK59 WVZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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