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SW09 EKR

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,872 mi
Last recorded150,872 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 EKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 150,872 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted o/s and n/s (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords gouged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 148,598 miles

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

under trays prevent full inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2024 146,364 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

UNDER TRAY COVER PREVENTING FULL INSPECTION

Pass 19 Jan 2023 143,479 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 141,806 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 135,908 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 121,673 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 121,672 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread and worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 110,520 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2017 97,453 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 97,453 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam light output severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 21 May 2016 83,523 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 70,358 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 55,927 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 41,817 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 32,478 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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SW09 EKR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SW09 EKR, 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.

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What year was SW09 EKR registered?

SW09 EKR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is SW09 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 EKR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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