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A12 HFX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,303 mi
Last recorded155,303 miles
Recorded on4 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 HFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2020 155,303 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 145,774 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 140,618 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 124,731 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 124,731 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 82,760 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 82,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 77,736 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 72,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 72,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 62,141 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 62,133 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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A12 HFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A12 HFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 HFX registered?

A12 HFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 August 2009.

Is A12 HFX safe to buy?

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