CarVerify

Free Car Check

D16 SMR

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,836 mi
Last recorded79,836 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 SMR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 79,836 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2025 77,107 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 77,103 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 72,562 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 69,911 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 67,827 miles

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn through on edge

engine oil level close to min

plastic covers fitted under vehicle + under bonnet obscuring view

Fail 14 Sep 2022 67,822 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn through on edge

engine oil level close to min

mirror hangers removed before test

plastic covers fitted under vehicle + under bonnet obscuring view

Pass 6 Sep 2021 64,405 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 57,456 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 50,731 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 48,457 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 45,657 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 43,229 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 39,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 37,089 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 33,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Feb 2012 24,689 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 24,689 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D16 SMR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D16 SMR, 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 D16 SMR?

You can check the full history of D16 SMR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D16 SMR registered?

D16 SMR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is D16 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 SMR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D16 SMR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D16 SMR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.