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VK09 VXS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

144,012 mi
Last recorded144,012 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 VXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 144,012 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 142,066 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2023 138,582 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2022 134,571 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf and osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover and undertray

Pass 1 Feb 2021 129,233 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2021 129,233 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2020 122,988 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2019 118,520 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2018 113,358 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 108,939 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 103,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear (3.6.B.2c)

covers fitted unable to test some testable items

Pass 8 May 2014 75,240 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 59,921 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 44,779 miles

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

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

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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VK09 VXS 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 VK09 VXS, 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 VK09 VXS registered?

VK09 VXS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is VK09 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 VXS 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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