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FG09 XLR

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,472 mi
Last recorded99,472 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 XLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 99,472 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 24 Oct 2022 99,472 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Oct 2021 85,016 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 85,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 73,426 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 70,984 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 66,321 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 59,026 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 53,049 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 43,095 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 43,095 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 35,369 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 27,310 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,442 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 16,434 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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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FG09 XLR 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 73.3%.

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 FG09 XLR, 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 FG09 XLR registered?

FG09 XLR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2009.

Is FG09 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 XLR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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