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XJS 7X

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,883 mi
Last recorded78,883 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJS 7X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 78,883 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 73,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2024 68,190 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 68,183 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 65,678 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 61,718 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 59,633 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 59,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 58,724 miles

Offside Front Tyre inner edge poor

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail

Nearside Front Tyre inner edge poor

Rear Both rear brake pipes from flexi to front of vehicle have surface corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2019 53,317 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 45,888 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 37,594 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 33,586 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 32,789 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2014 29,444 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 26,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Plastic sill trim covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 26,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill trim covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 23,811 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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XJS 7X is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XJS 7X, 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 XJS 7X registered?

XJS 7X is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is XJS 7X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJS 7X shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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