2009 Mercedes-Benz C 3.0L Diesel · AJ53 PJS
2009 Mercedes-Benz C (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Jul 2009. Recorded mileage 158,088 miles. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,088 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AJ53 PJS Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 158,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AJ53 PJS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (AJ53 PJS) between October 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AJ53 PJS Mileage History
- 25/10/2022130,004 mi
- 04/10/2023138,459 mi+8,455 mi
- 31/10/2024148,035 mi+9,576 mi
- 02/12/2025158,088 mi+10,053 mi
Average of roughly 9,045 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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