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DU09 PUJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,057 mi
Last recorded103,057 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 PUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2026 103,057 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 100,607 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 94,408 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 83,546 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 78,741 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 78,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 73,387 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 73,365 miles

Brake performance not tested due to rear subframe condition (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front bumper damaged

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

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 15 Apr 2020 71,550 miles

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose Bumper/ Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres, Outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2020 71,549 miles

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

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose Bumper/ Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres, Outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 65,181 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 58,186 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 56,748 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 56,748 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 50,951 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 44,836 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 44,836 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 37,099 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 30,658 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 24,649 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 24,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 19,087 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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DU09 PUJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DU09 PUJ, 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 DU09 PUJ registered?

DU09 PUJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DU09 PUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 PUJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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