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MJ09 VBN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,911 mi
Last recorded84,911 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 VBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 84,911 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2025 82,740 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 82,723 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero blade fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero blade fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear sub frame holed along rear suspension arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2024 80,239 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 80,240 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system metal brake pipe rotten and leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2023 77,554 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 74,048 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 70,365 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,196 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 61,064 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2019 61,064 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 55,786 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 55,786 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 50,237 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 44,843 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 37,988 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 31,055 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 28,507 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,269 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 16,592 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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MJ09 VBN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ09 VBN, 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 MJ09 VBN registered?

MJ09 VBN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is MJ09 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ09 VBN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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