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PJ09 MDX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,374 mi
Last recorded91,374 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ09 MDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 91,374 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Covers fitted

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2024 88,571 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 85,589 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 19 May 2022 82,821 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2021 78,546 miles

front brake discs worn

front tyres badly worn on inner edges

rear tyres worn low on inner edges

various corroded brake pipes,unable to fully assess all due to covers fitted

Fail 13 May 2021 78,546 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

front tyres badly worn on inner edges

rear tyres worn low on inner edges

various corroded brake pipes,unable to fully assess all due to covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2020 75,595 miles

front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 14 May 2019 70,412 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 103,898 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 May 2017 92,823 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Covers fitted.

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2016 50,784 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 43,902 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 37,705 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,790 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PJ09 MDX 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 PJ09 MDX, 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 PJ09 MDX registered?

PJ09 MDX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is PJ09 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ09 MDX 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.

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