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SH09 FLV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,770 mi
Last recorded87,770 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 FLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 87,770 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 83,552 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 72,713 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 72,655 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2020 71,736 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2019 70,403 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 68,174 miles

under trays

Fail 23 Oct 2018 68,170 miles

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

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))

under trays

Pass 27 Aug 2018 67,813 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 60,586 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 51,463 miles

front brake discs badly worn

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2016 49,844 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 49,841 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 49,841 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 45,198 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 39,588 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 33,275 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,147 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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SH09 FLV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SH09 FLV, 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 SH09 FLV registered?

SH09 FLV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is SH09 FLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 FLV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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