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BF09 AKG

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

187,843 mi
Last recorded187,843 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 AKG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 187,843 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 187,843 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 171,268 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 164,914 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 164,895 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 153,210 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 131,889 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 71,711 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Mar 2015 71,677 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 98,939 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 3 Apr 2013 51,260 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2013 51,260 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2012 41,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 40,213 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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BF09 AKG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF09 AKG, 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.

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What year was BF09 AKG registered?

BF09 AKG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is BF09 AKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF09 AKG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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