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BD09 BUA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,787 mi
Last recorded139,787 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 BUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 139,787 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 139,787 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 132,154 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 124,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 116,591 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 116,589 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 110,362 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 105,482 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 103,392 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 98,590 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 91,415 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 84,883 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 76,544 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 67,379 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 57,774 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 47,320 miles

puncture nearside front

Pass 26 Jun 2012 36,408 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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BD09 BUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BD09 BUA, 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 BD09 BUA registered?

BD09 BUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is BD09 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD09 BUA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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