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LS09 RDU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,381 mi
Last recorded123,381 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS09 RDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 123,381 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 118,879 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 118,874 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 111,846 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 105,254 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 105,254 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 88,410 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 84,295 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 84,295 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 62,261 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

uneven wear to both front tyres

Pass 1 Aug 2013 51,574 miles

Both front tyre's outer edge's scrubbing off

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 33,452 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 29,902 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 29,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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LS09 RDU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LS09 RDU, 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.

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What year was LS09 RDU registered?

LS09 RDU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is LS09 RDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS09 RDU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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