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BK09 RBF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,675 mi
Last recorded83,675 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 RBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 83,675 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 83,675 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 74,633 miles

E.M.L light on

engine covers fitted/under-trays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2015 74,633 miles

E.M.L light on

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

engine covers fitted/under-trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2014 62,862 miles

E.M.L light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2013 50,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

front discs lipped

sills covered

Pass 22 Nov 2012 33,724 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,270 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 30,270 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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BK09 RBF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BK09 RBF, 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 BK09 RBF registered?

BK09 RBF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is BK09 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 RBF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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