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MV09 BVU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,695 mi
Last recorded122,695 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV09 BVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 122,695 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

rear various bush worn

Pass 29 Nov 2021 116,296 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 109,617 miles

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

Front under tray is obstructing full inspection

Pass 29 Apr 2019 103,129 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 98,513 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 91,153 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 82,498 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front tyres shows signs of being run low on pressure

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2015 70,892 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,937 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 46,680 miles

both front tyres just starting to crack in centre tread

offside rear tyre starting to split on inner wall

Fail 3 May 2013 46,619 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres just starting to crack in centre tread

offside rear tyre starting to split on inner wall

Pass 11 May 2012 37,811 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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MV09 BVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MV09 BVU, 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 MV09 BVU registered?

MV09 BVU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is MV09 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV09 BVU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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