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JBF 852

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,921 mi
Last recorded81,921 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBF 852
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2025 81,921 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2024 76,836 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 72,282 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 65,873 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 63,506 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 61,060 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 57,665 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 54,855 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 51,663 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 47,780 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 44,234 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 38,926 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,587 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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JBF 852 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JBF 852, 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 JBF 852 registered?

JBF 852 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is JBF 852 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBF 852 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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