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VX09 ZRA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,393 mi
Last recorded82,393 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 ZRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 82,393 miles

oil leak

wipers smearing

Fail 28 Jan 2016 82,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leak

wipers smearing

Pass 25 Feb 2015 73,613 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 62,783 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 52,287 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,903 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 34,903 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres

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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VX09 ZRA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX09 ZRA, 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 VX09 ZRA registered?

VX09 ZRA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is VX09 ZRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX09 ZRA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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