MOT Status
ValidMileage
150,872 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
under trays prevent full inspection
Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
UNDER TRAY COVER PREVENTING FULL INSPECTION
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))
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))
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))
Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
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
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
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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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