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LR09 RVU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,165 mi
Last recorded41,165 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 RVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 41,165 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2026 41,163 miles

Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2025 39,449 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 38,088 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 36,748 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 34,448 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 32,330 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 32,330 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 31,449 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 31,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,530 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 27,477 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 26,792 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 25,630 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 23,675 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 23,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 20,507 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 20,507 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 17,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 13,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside door mirror glass cracked

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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LR09 RVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR09 RVU, 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 LR09 RVU?

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What year was LR09 RVU registered?

LR09 RVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is LR09 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 RVU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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