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DV09 TXK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,182 mi
Last recorded159,182 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 TXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 159,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2025 150,599 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R Inner and outer side (5.2.3 (e))

Under the vehicle fitted tray

Pass 2 Sep 2024 139,013 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 133,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm bush slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 19 Sep 2022 126,482 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both nearside and offside lower arm ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner and outer edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Sep 2021 110,020 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Sep 2020 97,183 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 84,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 69,455 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 69,449 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 65,240 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 58,837 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 50,767 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 50,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 41,256 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 33,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2012 24,387 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 24,387 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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DV09 TXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TXK, 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 DV09 TXK registered?

DV09 TXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is DV09 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV09 TXK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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