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VE59 WDF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,668 mi
Last recorded116,668 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 WDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 116,668 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 107,201 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 95,208 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 82,383 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 72,121 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 62,374 miles

Both front antiroll bar link gaiters perished

Rear Brake pads

Pass 13 Dec 2019 54,622 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 54,622 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 45,205 miles

Both rear tyres close to limit

Front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 7 Dec 2017 37,719 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 32,918 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 31,412 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 25,027 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)

Fail 28 Dec 2013 21,456 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2013 21,456 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 17,318 miles

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

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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VE59 WDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VE59 WDF, 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 VE59 WDF?

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What year was VE59 WDF registered?

VE59 WDF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is VE59 WDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE59 WDF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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