MOT Status
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123,312 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central exhaust flexi worn/ deteriorated
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside/offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arm bushes perished/slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear 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))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Central Exhaust silencer insecure clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded innerwing (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Service brake excessively binding both rears (after handbrake applied) (1.2.1 (f))
engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central tread area wear/uneven carcass wear (advise renewal) (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central tread area wear/uneven carcass wear (advise renewal) (5.2.3 (e))
undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wheel track control arm-(front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess mounting bracket loose/broken (1.1.15 (a))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wheel track control arm-(front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central tread area wear/uneven carcass wear (advise renewal) (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge central tread area wear/uneven carcass wear (advise renewal) (5.2.3 (e))
undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding binds after handbrake application (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise renewal (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise renewal (5.2.3 (e))
undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Brake pipe slightly corroded both fronts (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded fronts to rears (3.6.B.2c)
under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Offside Front Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint of lower back arm (2.4.G.2)
Brake pipe slightly corroded both fronts (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded fronts to rears (3.6.B.2c)
under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components
Brake pipe slightly corroded all front pipe ends (3.6.B.2c)
under trays and side trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components.
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded end (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded all front pipe ends (3.6.B.2c)
under trays and side trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components.
engine covers and full length under trays fitted.
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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WG59 ABV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.
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 WG59 ABV, 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 WG59 ABV registered?
WG59 ABV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2009.
Is WG59 ABV safe to buy?
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