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BU09 UXL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

192,562 mi
Last recorded192,562 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 UXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 192,562 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 174,911 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 151,739 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 151,739 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)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 130,735 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 137,015 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 128,282 miles

Nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge of tread

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 128,282 miles

Nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge of tread

Pass 6 Jul 2012 108,734 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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BU09 UXL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BU09 UXL, 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

How do I check the history of BU09 UXL?

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What year was BU09 UXL registered?

BU09 UXL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is BU09 UXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 UXL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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