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A9 RCF

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,438 mi
Last recorded48,438 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 RCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 48,438 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 43,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 39,116 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 34,258 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes covered by undertrays (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 29,825 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 24,555 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 22 Feb 2020 21,787 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

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

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

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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A9 RCF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 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 A9 RCF, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 RCF registered?

A9 RCF is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is A9 RCF safe to buy?

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