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DV09 APO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,571 mi
Last recorded122,571 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 APO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 122,571 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 112,657 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nsf/osf (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 108,659 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 102,823 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2018 97,894 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 92,586 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 92,584 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 81,458 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 70,829 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 58,584 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,985 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 30,662 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 30,444 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)

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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DV09 APO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DV09 APO, 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 DV09 APO registered?

DV09 APO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DV09 APO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV09 APO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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