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DU09 PVV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,835 mi
Last recorded121,835 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 PVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 121,835 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2025 115,978 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both iner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 110,078 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both control arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 103,485 miles

Nearside Rear silencer shield insecure ( rectified and repaired)

Fail 22 Jul 2023 103,485 miles

Nearside Rear silencer shield insecure ( rectified and repaired)

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 95,416 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 88,776 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 84,002 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 78,614 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 69,249 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 59,825 miles

Offside Front tyre cracksappering ao inner tread

Pass 28 Jun 2016 53,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 47,120 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 37,063 miles

Both front tyres worn on both inner and outer edges

Pass 14 Mar 2013 31,274 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 23,933 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 PVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DU09 PVV, 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 DU09 PVV registered?

DU09 PVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is DU09 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 PVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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