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ML09 UVM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,572 mi
Last recorded154,572 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 UVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 154,572 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 147,567 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 138,099 miles

engine cover fitted unable to test testable items

under tray fitted unable to test testable items

Pass 28 Aug 2020 127,829 miles

engine cover fitted unable to test testable items.

under tray fitted unable to test testable items.

Fail 28 Aug 2020 127,829 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine cover fitted unable to test testable items.

under tray fitted unable to test testable items.

Pass 28 Mar 2019 113,102 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 97,420 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 97,420 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 82,603 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 67,900 miles

engine cover fitted unable to test testable items

under tray fitted unable to test testable items

Pass 10 Apr 2015 54,160 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 50,275 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 46,192 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,648 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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ML09 UVM 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 85.7%.

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 ML09 UVM, 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 ML09 UVM registered?

ML09 UVM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2009.

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The MOT history for ML09 UVM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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