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PE09 CEN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

122,822 mi
Last recorded122,822 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE09 CEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 122,822 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 110,571 miles

Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 97,498 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 91,013 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 88,604 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 87,642 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 85,991 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 83,486 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 83,486 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 81,888 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 79,555 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 77,829 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 74,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 56,198 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 35,900 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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PE09 CEN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PE09 CEN, 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 PE09 CEN?

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What year was PE09 CEN registered?

PE09 CEN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 August 2009.

Is PE09 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE09 CEN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE09 CEN have outstanding finance?

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