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MPB 86

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,050 mi
Last recorded132,050 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 86
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 132,050 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2M (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 110,308 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 91,899 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Other side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 91,897 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Other side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 78,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Wearing On Outer Edge* (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 78,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *2mm Tread Remaining* (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *Wearing On Outer Edge* (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 61,791 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall cut but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2021 49,703 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 49,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 37,445 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 25,534 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 25,531 miles

advise undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2017 25,527 miles

advise undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2016 25,515 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 25,511 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2014 24,231 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front discs slightly corroded on inside face

Pass 16 Feb 2013 22,881 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front discs corroded on inside face

Pass 21 Feb 2012 22,106 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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MPB 86 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel 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 MPB 86, 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 MPB 86 registered?

MPB 86 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 February 2009.

Is MPB 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 86 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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