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BF09 OKE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,195 mi
Last recorded177,195 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF09 OKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 177,195 miles

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

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 159,398 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2020 159,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2019 140,484 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 129,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 104,541 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 88,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 65,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2015 65,742 miles

Offside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 47,338 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 38,153 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 36,096 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 May 2012 36,096 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 OKE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OKE, 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 OKE registered?

BF09 OKE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is BF09 OKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF09 OKE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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