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2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A models manufactured in 2009, based on 4,973 real MOT test results.

81.9%
Pass Rate
18.1%
Fail Rate
4,973
Total Tests
41,931
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A MOT Analysis

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A has an MOT pass rate of 81.9% based on 4,973 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 41,931 miles on the odometer. With a 18.1% failure rate, the 2009 C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 0.0% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Tyres is the second most common issue at 0.0%.

Top failures specific to 2009 models only. The overall C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count

Mileage Statistics

41,931
Mean
20,353
Median
13,340
25th Percentile
26,289
75th Percentile
4.32% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A has an MOT pass rate of 81.9% based on 4,973 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 41,931 miles on the odometer. With a 18.1% failure rate, the 2009 C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 41,931 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.0% of failures

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.0% of MOT failures on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Tyres — 0.0% of failures

Tyres issues account for 0.0% of MOT failures on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C180 Komp Se Blueeff-cy A models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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