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SP09 MYB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

207,887 mi
Last recorded207,887 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 MYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 207,887 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 167,260 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 166,897 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 147,002 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 120,054 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 116,765 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 106,889 miles

Nearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 94,360 miles

emissions to low to read

Pass 22 Sep 2015 85,774 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing showing signs of roughness

Pass 25 Sep 2014 68,575 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

offside rear tyre nearing limit

Pass 23 Sep 2013 50,838 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 50,691 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 37,881 miles

both front tyres low tread on both inner and outer edges

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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SP09 MYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SP09 MYB, 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 SP09 MYB?

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What year was SP09 MYB registered?

SP09 MYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is SP09 MYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP09 MYB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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