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DK09 VRX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,485 mi
Last recorded133,485 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 VRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 133,485 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2019 133,485 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 126,111 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x 2 across axle area (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 109,836 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play at steering column mounting

Pass 23 Dec 2015 85,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 62,671 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 40,864 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 37,152 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 32,763 miles

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

osr tyre sidewalls splitting

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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DK09 VRX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DK09 VRX, 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 DK09 VRX registered?

DK09 VRX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is DK09 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 VRX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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