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SH09 LVS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,053 mi
Last recorded91,053 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 LVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 91,053 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 89,918 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 89,437 miles

under trays

Pass 14 Feb 2023 88,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear subframe slightly corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2022 87,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear slightly corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2021 85,626 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 84,673 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 83,261 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 83,261 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 79,920 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 75,239 miles

advise condition of front brake discs

Pass 10 Feb 2016 68,018 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 59,309 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 50,075 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 40,942 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres wearing low 2.0mm

advise front brake pads wearing low

advise rear brake pads nearing legal limit

Pass 20 Feb 2012 31,202 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 LVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LVS, 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

How do I check the history of SH09 LVS?

You can check the full history of SH09 LVS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SH09 LVS registered?

SH09 LVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is SH09 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 LVS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH09 LVS have outstanding finance?

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