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R17 ABT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,395 mi
Last recorded101,395 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 ABT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 101,395 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front nearside and offside side light is working but dime

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 96,511 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2024 91,218 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 85,830 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2022 85,830 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both number plats (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 80,796 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 76,233 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 69,699 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 63,501 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 57,706 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 50,991 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 45,050 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 37,854 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 37,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 29,296 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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R17 ABT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R17 ABT, 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 R17 ABT registered?

R17 ABT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is R17 ABT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R17 ABT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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