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BG59 CLX

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,222 mi
Last recorded77,222 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 CLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 77,222 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 73,887 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 69,432 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 47,707 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,707 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 33,381 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 26,746 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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BG59 CLX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,724cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 77,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG59 CLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG59 CLX?

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What year was BG59 CLX registered?

BG59 CLX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is BG59 CLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG59 CLX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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