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VN09 BNX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,571 mi
Last recorded143,571 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN09 BNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 143,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front to rear brake pipes corroded but unable to fully inspect due to manufactures plastic under covers

n.s front tyre wearing smooth on inner and outer edges, but not central 3/4 of deepest cut tread

o.s front brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 7 Oct 2020 143,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front to rear brake pipes corroded but unable to fully inspect due to manufactures plastic under covers

n.s front tyre wearing smooth on inner and outer edges, but not central 3/4 of deepest cut tread

o.s front brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2019 116,442 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear brake pads becoming low

Pass 23 Apr 2018 95,723 miles

front brake pads getting very low

n.s rear tyre 1.6mm on limit

o.s front wheel inner rim slightly buckled

o.s rear tyre 2mm tread low

slight chip in windscreen

Pass 15 Apr 2017 80,286 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged lump /distortion inner wheel (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front wing mirror loose but secure

Fail 15 Apr 2017 80,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged lump /distortion inner wheel (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front wing mirror loose but secure

Pass 15 Apr 2016 64,542 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 55,932 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 44,504 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

inner front pads look low

Pass 12 Jun 2013 37,772 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 29,580 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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VN09 BNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VN09 BNX, 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 VN09 BNX registered?

VN09 BNX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2009.

Is VN09 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN09 BNX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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