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D3 RMS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

89,122 mi
Last recorded89,122 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 RMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 89,122 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 85,264 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 81,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2024 81,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 77,569 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 72,858 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 72,858 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front tie arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 69,628 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 65,768 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 58,747 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 52,521 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 52,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 45,629 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 39,870 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 35,753 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 29,560 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 21,679 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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D3 RMS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 D3 RMS, 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 D3 RMS?

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What year was D3 RMS registered?

D3 RMS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is D3 RMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D3 RMS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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