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C8 BAS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,094 mi
Last recorded78,094 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 BAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 78,094 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 74,133 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 72,643 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked with Yellow Chalk - 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 71,091 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2022 68,854 miles

Covers & shield fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 67,396 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 66,338 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 61,232 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened "Slightly Lipped" (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "Both Rear Perished" (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 56,707 miles

Both rear tyres slight perish on edges

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped and scored (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 50,939 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 44,196 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2015 37,095 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 29,702 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Off side front outer tyre wall has a cut

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Feb 2013 25,109 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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C8 BAS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C8 BAS, 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 C8 BAS?

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What year was C8 BAS registered?

C8 BAS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is C8 BAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 BAS shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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