2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A models manufactured in 2009, based on 351 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A cars tested in 2009. Want to see how cars built in 2009 hold up over time?
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The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A has an MOT pass rate of 86.6% based on 351 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 42,917 miles on the odometer. With a 13.4% failure rate, the 2009 C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A is Suspension, responsible for 0.6% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2009 models only. The overall C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 0.6% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 42,917 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.13 | 0.6% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A has an MOT pass rate of 86.6% based on 351 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 42,917 miles on the odometer. With a 13.4% failure rate, the 2009 C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 42,917 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Suspension — 0.6% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C250 Bluef-cy Eleg Cgi A models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.