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FG09 LFX

2009 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

172,710 mi
Last recorded172,710 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 32090,960 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 LFX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 172,710 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Head lamp washer not working

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 160,168 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 149,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rims both wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2020 149,500 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rims both wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 135,420 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 130,593 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 122,970 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 121,455 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 121,455 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 114,405 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 105,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2013 93,616 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 72,537 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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FG09 LFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 90,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG09 LFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG09 LFX registered?

FG09 LFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is FG09 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 LFX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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