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YD09 DKX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,153 mi
Last recorded44,153 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD09 DKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 44,153 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 26 Mar 2026 44,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 28 Mar 2025 41,928 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 40,012 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 38,470 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 36,245 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 34,269 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 32,985 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 30,572 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet compponents

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2019 30,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet compponents

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2018 28,031 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2017 25,950 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2017 25,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2016 23,981 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 21,351 miles

front tyres cracking in treads

Pass 27 Mar 2014 18,651 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 15,594 miles

front tyres cracking in treads

Pass 23 Mar 2012 12,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YD09 DKX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 YD09 DKX, 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 YD09 DKX registered?

YD09 DKX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is YD09 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD09 DKX 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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