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DA09 LFS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

143,288 mi
Last recorded143,288 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 LFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2026 143,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2024 140,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 131,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 123,560 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2022 123,560 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 113,657 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 105,296 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 93,544 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 80,676 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 80,676 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 73,549 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 Sep 2016 63,764 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 63,764 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 50,241 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

undertray fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2015 50,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

undertray fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2014 29,703 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 29,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,479 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 14,926 miles

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

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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DA09 LFS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA09 LFS, 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.

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What year was DA09 LFS registered?

DA09 LFS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is DA09 LFS safe to buy?

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