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SM59 NCZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

159,668 mi
Last recorded159,668 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 NCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 159,668 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 152,213 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 May 2025 152,213 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2024 145,441 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 138,490 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 3 May 2023 138,490 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2022 133,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2020 122,044 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2019 113,858 miles

Front brake pipes corroded

engine/floor covers fitted

exhaust flexy corroded

steering rack play

Fail 8 May 2019 113,858 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Front brake pipes corroded

engine/floor covers fitted

exhaust flexy corroded

steering rack play

Pass 10 May 2018 105,249 miles

engine light on

engine/floor covers fitted

exhaust flexy corroded

front brake pipes corroded

Fail 3 May 2018 105,108 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

engine light on

engine/floor covers fitted

exhaust flexy corroded

front brake pipes corroded

rear brake pads worn

Pass 27 Apr 2017 94,242 miles

engine/floor covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2016 84,325 miles

drivers side rear tyre close to legal limit

engine/floor covers fitted

front tyres wearing on outside

Fail 19 Apr 2016 84,274 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

drivers side rear tyre close to legal limit

engine/floor covers fitted

front tyres wearing on outside

Pass 8 May 2015 73,718 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 59,544 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 42,658 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 42,604 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 NCZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NCZ, 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 SM59 NCZ registered?

SM59 NCZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2009.

Is SM59 NCZ safe to buy?

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