2009 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · RK09 XVH
2009 Mercedes-Benz C (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 205,965 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 205,965 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RK09 XVH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 205,965 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RK09 XVH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (RK09 XVH) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
RK09 XVH Mileage History
- 02/07/2022172,277 mi
- 26/07/2023179,599 mi+7,322 mi
- 29/07/2024184,186 mi+4,587 mi
- 01/08/2025192,204 mi+8,018 mi
- 25/07/2026205,965 mi+13,761 mi
Average of roughly 8,292 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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