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2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SH59 BJV

SH59 BJV

2009 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 126,488 miles. MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2009 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 15 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
126,488 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2009
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 February 2026 at 126,488 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is inconsistent. While the car enjoyed a clean run between 2021 and 2024, the test on 30 September 2025 revealed a significant lapse in basic upkeep. The car failed on four tyres, including one with exposed cords, alongside worn front brake pads and excessive wear in both front lower suspension arm ball joints. The mileage is typical for a 17 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,440 miles per year. Usage remained steady through the mid-life of the car, climbing from 35,432 miles in November 2012 to 67,303 miles by November 2016. A more recent increase in annual mileage is evident between September 2023 at 116,605 miles and September 2025 at 126,478 miles, suggesting the vehicle has been used more frequently in the last two years. A buyer should focus on the front suspension and braking system. The lower suspension arm ball joints have been a recurring issue, flagged as having slight play in October 2018 and causing a failure in November 2015, before failing again in September 2025. This suggests a pattern of wear that requires verification to ensure the 2025 repairs were comprehensive. Inspect the brake pipes for corrosion. The tester flagged corroded pipes in November 2014 and a failure for an excessively corroded offside front pipe in November 2016. Given the age of the vehicle and these historical flags, checking for surface rust or pitting on the remaining lines is essential. The September 2025 failure on all four tyres indicates a period of neglect, so a thorough check of the current tyre brands and tread depths is advised to ensure the car is not being maintained on a minimum-spend basis.
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SH59 BJV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2026
  • 126,488 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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SH59 BJV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 04:18
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (SH59 BJV) between September 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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SH59 BJV Mileage History

  1. 26/09/2022111,350 mi
  2. 26/09/2023116,605 mi+5,255 mi
  3. 12/09/2024121,207 mi+4,602 mi
  4. 30/09/2025126,478 mi+5,271 mi
  5. 16/02/2026126,488 mi+10 mi

Average of roughly 4,463 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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