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VO09 YTC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

60,248 mi
Last recorded60,248 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO09 YTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 60,248 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 52,190 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All 4 Shocks (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 52,190 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All 4 Shocks (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 45,861 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

covers and shields fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2023 37,618 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Marked with Yellow Chalk

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 34,628 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 29,371 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 23,235 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 17,653 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 16,756 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 16,708 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 16,511 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 13,514 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 11,534 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 9,654 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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VO09 YTC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VO09 YTC, 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 VO09 YTC?

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What year was VO09 YTC registered?

VO09 YTC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is VO09 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO09 YTC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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