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LN09 VMU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,117 mi
Last recorded123,117 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 VMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 123,117 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 117,153 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 107,407 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 91,929 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 91,929 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 78,378 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 73,126 miles

Nearside Front FOG LIGHT UNIT CRACKED

Offside Rear TYRE SIDEWALL NO CORDS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 67,266 miles

both front fog lens are cracked

Pass 19 Jun 2017 59,762 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,762 miles

Both front brake disc is lipped

Both front brake pads are 90% worn

Both rear brake disc is scored

Both rear brake pads are 85% worn

Pass 26 Jun 2015 47,284 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 42,093 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 33,631 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 26,742 miles

crack in windscreen outside testable area

Fail 30 Jun 2012 26,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

crack in windscreen outside testable area

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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LN09 VMU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LN09 VMU, 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 LN09 VMU registered?

LN09 VMU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 April 2009.

Is LN09 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN09 VMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN09 VMU have outstanding finance?

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