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DK09 ZWU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

215,710 mi
Last recorded215,710 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 ZWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 215,710 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 215,705 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Sep 2025 214,405 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 132,021 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 130,833 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 130,825 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged busted dangerious (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2022 129,613 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 128,358 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 127,017 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 125,313 miles

slightly smoking on accelation

Pass 17 Aug 2018 122,567 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 119,988 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 117,379 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 113,382 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 111,494 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 106,767 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 95,542 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,664 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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DK09 ZWU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ZWU, 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 ZWU registered?

DK09 ZWU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is DK09 ZWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 ZWU shows 18 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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