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RF09 NMV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

218,130 mi
Last recorded218,130 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF09 NMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 218,130 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3MM OTHERS ON 4MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear PARKING BRAKE LOW EFFORT

Fail 22 Jun 2026 218,130 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3MM OTHERS ON 4MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear PARKING BRAKE LOW EFFORT

Offside Front Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 213,145 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 213,145 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 201,193 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2024 201,193 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 185,098 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 168,208 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 168,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 155,510 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 155,510 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 129,409 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 123,619 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 122,157 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 112,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 103,105 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 93,349 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 93,349 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 82,844 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 71,758 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 71,758 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 59,977 miles

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

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

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

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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RF09 NMV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 RF09 NMV, 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 RF09 NMV registered?

RF09 NMV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 May 2009.

Is RF09 NMV safe to buy?

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