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LJ09 NVV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

206,057 mi
Last recorded206,057 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 NVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 206,057 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 197,018 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 189,763 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 180,907 miles

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

Heat shield insecure

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Undertray plastic insecure

Unable to inspect underside components due to undertray plastics

Pass 20 Sep 2022 170,384 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 160,339 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 148,499 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 137,216 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 119,160 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 113,324 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 100,839 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 89,257 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 78,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 66,233 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 59,175 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 47,297 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

faulty air bag w/light lit.

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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LJ09 NVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LJ09 NVV, 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 LJ09 NVV registered?

LJ09 NVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is LJ09 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 NVV shows 16 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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