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R24 YJB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

87,695 mi
Last recorded87,695 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 YJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 87,695 miles

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

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

front and rear manufactures undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2023 87,681 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

front and rear manufactures undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2022 79,570 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Towards rear of the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 79,335 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn offside front lower mark ion yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working offside front (3.5 (a))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front worn inner edge second skin (5.2.3 (e))

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2020 74,732 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 74,732 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 69,881 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Oct 2019 69,815 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged by being run low on pressure, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2018 64,232 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 64,222 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 92y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,901 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Sep 2017 56,901 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2016 37,987 miles

Nearside Front valve stem deteriorated

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 26,216 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 22,689 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 18,911 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 14,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,524 miles

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

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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R24 YJB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 R24 YJB, 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.

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What year was R24 YJB registered?

R24 YJB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 2009.

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