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M70 VCS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,597 mi
Last recorded91,597 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 VCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 91,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front to rear metal brake pipes rusting at securing clips

Fail 19 Jun 2026 91,276 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened subframe corroded and holed marked in yellow (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 83,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertray's fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Jun 2024 75,114 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 75,114 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 66,040 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2022 57,550 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jul 2021 48,573 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 45,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 42,510 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 38,863 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 35,224 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 30,326 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 20,358 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 20,358 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,550 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 10,165 miles

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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M70 VCS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M70 VCS, 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 M70 VCS registered?

M70 VCS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is M70 VCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 VCS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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