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SM09 USY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,390 mi
Last recorded88,390 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 USY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 88,390 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 88,390 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 81,304 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nsr park brake effort could be improved

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 71,663 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 59,858 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 46,652 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 46,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SM09 USY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM09 USY, 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 SM09 USY registered?

SM09 USY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is SM09 USY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 USY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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