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YB09 CZZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

264,169 mi
Last recorded264,169 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 CZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 264,169 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 264,167 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 254,010 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 150,323 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 146,605 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

both rear lower suspension arms bushes perishing

brake pipe corroded from left to right above rear subframe

brake pipe corroded o/s front inner wheel arch

front and rear bake discs corroded face

n/s front alloy wheel cracked

slight bind o/s rear parking brake

tpms

Pass 27 Sep 2018 132,052 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 122,888 miles

Crack at N/S top corner area of screen

Emissions Smoke Test PASSED (Readings too low to record and print out)

Front b/discs starting to get abit worn

N/S/F and O/S/F wheels getting abit bent at inner rim areas

Rear inner b/pads appear to be getting very low and nearing limits of wear

Rear outer b/pads getting low and almost ON limits of wear

Slight imbalance at P/Brake

Small crack starting at central area of screen

Pass 22 Sep 2016 108,546 miles

Emissions Smoke Test PASSED (Readings too low to record and print out)

O/S/F wheel abit bent at inner rim area

Rear outer b/pads starting to get abit low, and inner pads appear abit low also

Rear tyres starting to get abit low on tread

Pass 9 Oct 2015 94,083 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 78,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre worn on the edge

Pass 29 Nov 2013 52,404 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 36,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YB09 CZZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YB09 CZZ, 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 YB09 CZZ?

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What year was YB09 CZZ registered?

YB09 CZZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is YB09 CZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 CZZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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