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SW59 CHN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

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Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 CHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2026

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bothsides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2025 73,468 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2024 71,395 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2024 71,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 111,413 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2022
Pass 9 Jan 2021 63,538 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 58,005 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 58,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 52,009 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 44,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Dec 2017 44,718 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rearmost arm (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 38,551 miles

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

ends of all brake pipes in poor condition.

Pass 30 Dec 2015 32,045 miles

brake pipes to both front brake hoses in poor condition

Pass 30 Dec 2014 27,490 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 21,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 15,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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SW59 CHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SW59 CHN, 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 SW59 CHN?

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What year was SW59 CHN registered?

SW59 CHN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is SW59 CHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 CHN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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