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NJ09 YXC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,939 mi
Last recorded95,939 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ09 YXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 95,939 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 87,006 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 87,006 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Jun 2024 75,081 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 75,081 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 60,715 miles

under trays engine covers and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the vehicle and some testable items

Fail 6 Jun 2023 60,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

under trays engine covers and side skirts fitted obscuring areas of the vehicle and some testable items

Pass 24 May 2022 52,222 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 49,543 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 42,276 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 42,276 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 37,267 miles

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

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

nearside rear tyre slight sidewall damage

Fail 22 Nov 2019 37,267 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

nearside rear tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 15 Nov 2018 30,184 miles

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Fail 15 Nov 2018 30,184 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main,advise further check under covers (1.1.11 (c))

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Nov 2017 23,262 miles

all tyres perished

centre brake light not working

Pass 21 Nov 2016 16,722 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 26 Nov 2015 9,048 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 8,208 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 7,198 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 6,235 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2012 5,505 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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NJ09 YXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NJ09 YXC, 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

How do I check the history of NJ09 YXC?

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What year was NJ09 YXC registered?

NJ09 YXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is NJ09 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ09 YXC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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