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BU09 YBE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

166,306 mi
Last recorded166,306 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 YBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 166,306 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2025 151,907 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 142,380 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2024 142,376 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 May 2023 138,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 134,476 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2021 129,018 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 125,278 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 118,682 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 110,545 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 102,516 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,151 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 93,582 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 80,384 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 66,079 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 49,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BU09 YBE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BU09 YBE, 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 BU09 YBE registered?

BU09 YBE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is BU09 YBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 YBE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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