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OV09 BVK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,827 mi
Last recorded75,827 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV09 BVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 75,827 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 72,351 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2024 72,351 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 66,267 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 65,298 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 63,722 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside cracked and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracked and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 63,162 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 61,096 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 61,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 58,715 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2017 54,738 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 51,310 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 46,765 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 43,202 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 38,930 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 38,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 34,741 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 34,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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OV09 BVK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OV09 BVK, 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 OV09 BVK registered?

OV09 BVK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 April 2009.

Is OV09 BVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV09 BVK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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