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EO09 FVS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,032 mi
Last recorded178,032 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO09 FVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 178,032 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 168,990 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 160,655 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 156,654 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 9 Mar 2020 156,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2019 141,130 miles

Plastic sills and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 5 Mar 2019 141,130 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Plastic sills and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 20 Feb 2018 125,888 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 113,519 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 98,725 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 85,034 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 85,034 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 70,626 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 56,703 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 40,969 miles

unable to inspect front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

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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EO09 FVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EO09 FVS, 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 EO09 FVS registered?

EO09 FVS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is EO09 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO09 FVS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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