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1 DFC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,532 mi
Last recorded50,532 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 DFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 50,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 48,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 46,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 44,433 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 44,432 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm / worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3mm / worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 39,261 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 36,608 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 35,028 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 33,704 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 31,951 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 26,696 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 22,535 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,223 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,351 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 10,827 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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1 DFC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol 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 1 DFC, 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 1 DFC registered?

1 DFC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is 1 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1 DFC 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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