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BU09 YBP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,795 mi
Last recorded90,795 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 YBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 90,795 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 90,795 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Middle seat belt wont release without exsessive pressure. (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 82,056 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 77,467 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 73,011 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 67,560 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 60,215 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 49,547 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 43,730 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 39,857 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 35,760 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,176 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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BU09 YBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YBP, 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 YBP registered?

BU09 YBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is BU09 YBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 YBP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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