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SM59 CZV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

99,441 mi
Last recorded99,441 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 CZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 99,441 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake effort 17%, just passed test limits

Pass 1 Sep 2023 91,983 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Also corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 86,975 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 82,395 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2021 82,389 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 79,680 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 72,951 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera etc ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 72,951 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera etc ()

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 63,599 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 63,599 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 59,183 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 54,830 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 54,830 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 50,410 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2015 50,410 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 46,246 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 42,227 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 33,890 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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SM59 CZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 SM59 CZV, 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 SM59 CZV?

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What year was SM59 CZV registered?

SM59 CZV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2009.

Is SM59 CZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 CZV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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