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VX09 ZRC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

159,773 mi
Last recorded159,773 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 ZRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 159,773 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 152,024 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 152,024 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 145,355 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 137,372 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 127,784 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 120,250 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 114,941 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 107,404 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 97,768 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 84,998 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 68,250 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 53,234 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 40,719 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 29,914 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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VX09 ZRC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 VX09 ZRC, 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 ZRC registered?

VX09 ZRC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is VX09 ZRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX09 ZRC 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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