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LN09 VRD

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

192,011 mi
Last recorded192,011 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN09 VRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 192,011 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 186,345 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 177,802 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 160,860 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 160,850 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe over back subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower marked yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 130,009 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 101,578 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 88,561 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 79,580 miles

osf +nsf tyres outter walls cracks

Fail 18 Dec 2019 79,580 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

osf +nsf tyres outter walls cracks

Pass 20 Dec 2018 76,846 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 74,639 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 71,714 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 69,497 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 66,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake pads wearing low 80% worn

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,744 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WEARING ON OUTER EDGES/DRIVERS MIRROR GLASS CRACKED [NO SHARP EDGES]

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Dec 2012 53,642 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 25,703 miles

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

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 VRD 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 88.9%.

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 VRD, 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

How do I check the history of LN09 VRD?

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What year was LN09 VRD registered?

LN09 VRD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is LN09 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN09 VRD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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