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MV09 TWC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,269 mi
Last recorded81,269 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV09 TWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 81,269 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 81,269 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 68,335 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 51,273 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 51,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Warning light showing bulbs out defective

Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,256 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 33,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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 TWC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TWC, 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 TWC registered?

MV09 TWC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is MV09 TWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV09 TWC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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