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AHZ 233

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,670 mi
Last recorded135,670 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHZ 233
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 135,670 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2026 135,670 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2025 128,505 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 118,516 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 118,516 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 109,494 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 109,494 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 101,682 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 97,786 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 96,022 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 93,490 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 89,976 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 89,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2017 84,540 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 79,569 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 76,450 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 69,796 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 53,821 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 42,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 42,985 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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AHZ 233 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AHZ 233, 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

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What year was AHZ 233 registered?

AHZ 233 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is AHZ 233 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHZ 233 shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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