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SL59 PZV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,146 mi
Last recorded120,146 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 PZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 120,146 miles

Auxiliary drive belt noise on lock to lock steering check

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency just met minimum requirements

Fail 10 Sep 2019 120,145 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Auxiliary drive belt noise on lock to lock steering check

Low efficiency on offside rear parking brake may require adjustment or repair

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 106,399 miles

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

Rear Axle Bushes Perished

Pass 10 Oct 2017 96,453 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 96,414 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 91,157 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,981 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 78,144 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 68,261 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 58,074 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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SL59 PZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL59 PZV, 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 SL59 PZV registered?

SL59 PZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 October 2009.

Is SL59 PZV safe to buy?

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