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MV09 FDM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

114,429 mi
Last recorded114,429 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 114,429 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 108,652 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 103,536 miles

Slight wear nearside bottom ball joint

Pass 12 Dec 2022 98,774 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 95,307 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 91,366 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 86,816 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 82,993 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 77,178 miles

Rear brake pipe,s starting to rust

Fail 20 Nov 2017 77,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pipe,s starting to rust

Pass 21 Nov 2016 71,975 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 66,621 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 58,566 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 47,295 miles

engine breather broken and leaking fumes

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 34,723 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 23,340 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 18,962 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 FDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FDM, 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 FDM registered?

MV09 FDM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is MV09 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV09 FDM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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