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B23 ESA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,109 mi
Last recorded96,109 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 ESA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 96,109 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 92,298 miles

Front Wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Feb 2025 92,271 miles

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

Front Wipers smearing slightly

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Feb 2024 88,759 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 85,173 miles

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

small exhaust blow from back box

Pass 17 Feb 2022 81,325 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 81,267 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nearside and offside....225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 78,090 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2021 78,057 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 73,354 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 65,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 58,124 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 49,550 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 41,643 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 35,566 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 29,413 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 23,560 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Feb 2012 14,722 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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B23 ESA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol 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 B23 ESA, 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 B23 ESA registered?

B23 ESA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is B23 ESA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B23 ESA 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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