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V16 SUM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,020 mi
Last recorded59,020 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV16 SUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2026 59,020 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 58,034 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 56,504 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 55,728 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 54,603 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 53,030 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 50,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2017 49,076 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 45,394 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 40,810 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 32,283 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,412 miles

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

no print out for emissions no smoke detected

slight damage to nearside front tyre side wall

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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V16 SUM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V16 SUM, 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 V16 SUM?

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What year was V16 SUM registered?

V16 SUM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is V16 SUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V16 SUM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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