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VIJ 811

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,685 mi
Last recorded43,685 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIJ 811
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 43,685 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 39,486 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 52,224 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 43,762 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 26,468 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 41,829 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall also deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 39,747 miles

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 22,664 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has cut on wall

Pass 25 Oct 2016 20,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside front (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front sides and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 19,363 miles

All brake flexi hoses corroded/corroding

Under trays fitted throughout

Pass 10 Nov 2014 17,451 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 17,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 15,926 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 13,571 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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VIJ 811 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VIJ 811, 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 VIJ 811 registered?

VIJ 811 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is VIJ 811 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIJ 811 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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