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WJ09 HYX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,320 mi
Last recorded114,320 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 HYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 114,320 miles

Under tray fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2025 114,318 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2025 107,412 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 98,322 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 91,037 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 87,173 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 87,173 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 76,577 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 68,637 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 62,978 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 62,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 57,219 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 57,219 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 50,905 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 47,422 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 40,670 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2013 33,406 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 23,798 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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WJ09 HYX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 WJ09 HYX, 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.

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What year was WJ09 HYX registered?

WJ09 HYX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 June 2009.

Is WJ09 HYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ09 HYX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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