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VN59 CLU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

116,228 mi
Last recorded116,228 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN59 CLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 116,228 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 112,259 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2024 109,826 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 107,999 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 106,979 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2022 103,582 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 102,012 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 99,061 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2020 99,050 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 86,785 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2019 86,785 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 76,506 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 69,184 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 61,102 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 52,162 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 42,047 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 33,519 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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VN59 CLU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol 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 VN59 CLU, 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 VN59 CLU?

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What year was VN59 CLU registered?

VN59 CLU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is VN59 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN59 CLU 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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