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SEZ 540

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

147,669 mi
Last recorded147,669 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 540
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 147,669 miles

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

rear exhaust heatsheild adrift

Pass 20 Nov 2023 141,879 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 137,970 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 134,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 130,419 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 126,896 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 122,109 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 118,422 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2016 109,412 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 103,431 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 101,021 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2015 101,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 78,076 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 55,129 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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SEZ 540 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SEZ 540, 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 SEZ 540 registered?

SEZ 540 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is SEZ 540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEZ 540 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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