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P500 DXX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,492 mi
Last recorded98,492 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP500 DXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 98,492 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2026 98,490 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2025 89,674 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre also worn on edge

Fail 17 Sep 2025 89,674 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre also worn on edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 81,199 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside rear pipe and pipe in front of nearside rear wheel arch are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays fitted stopping full inspection of other brake pipes

Fail 20 Sep 2024 81,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm In centre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm In centre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside rear pipe and pipe in front of nearside rear wheel arch are corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays fitted stopping full inspection of other brake pipes

Pass 2 Oct 2023 73,247 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 68,045 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 61,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Oct 2021 61,989 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 58,531 miles

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Nov 2020 58,531 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2019 47,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2018 41,642 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2017 37,630 miles

engine covers fitted obscureing some engine components

nail in offside rear tyre

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Pass 3 May 2016 31,887 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 27,342 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 22,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2013 18,609 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 10,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear tyre has a number of cracks on the inner wall, however not deep enough to expose the cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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P500 DXX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P500 DXX, 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 P500 DXX registered?

P500 DXX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 June 2009.

Is P500 DXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 DXX shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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