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AM09 MOS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,905 mi
Last recorded122,905 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM09 MOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 122,905 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 119,095 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 119,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 114,773 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 110,236 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 105,772 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 105,772 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 100,543 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 93,107 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 86,711 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 81,002 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 74,220 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 65,950 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 61,141 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 54,328 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 53,688 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 45,541 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 45,541 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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AM09 MOS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AM09 MOS, 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

How do I check the history of AM09 MOS?

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What year was AM09 MOS registered?

AM09 MOS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AM09 MOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM09 MOS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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