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CE09 BZB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,926 mi
Last recorded113,926 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 BZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 113,926 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 111,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 107,805 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 95,741 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured water damaged (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 94,184 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 89,628 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 86,813 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 86,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 83,164 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 78,767 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 71,735 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 66,664 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 60,552 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 54,091 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 54,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2013 43,214 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 31,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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CE09 BZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 CE09 BZB, 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 CE09 BZB registered?

CE09 BZB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2009.

Is CE09 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE09 BZB 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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