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VK09 YDS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,463 mi
Last recorded128,463 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 YDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 128,463 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 123,798 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 92,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 88,543 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2021 88,472 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 86,219 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 82,609 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 82,609 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 76,409 miles

engine and undertray covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Nov 2017 68,449 miles

engine and undertray covers fitted obscuring some components

no printout produced due to low emissions

Pass 30 Nov 2016 62,412 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 56,858 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 46,464 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 32,990 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 32,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2014 32,695 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 27,474 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 22,861 miles

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?

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 YDS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YDS, 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 YDS registered?

VK09 YDS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 June 2009.

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The MOT history for VK09 YDS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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