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FG09 XWL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

153,411 mi
Last recorded153,411 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 XWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 153,411 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 132,233 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 126,248 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 119,392 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 112,026 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 104,329 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 104,328 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 93,774 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 76,193 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 66,580 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,790 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,820 miles

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

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 XWL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FG09 XWL, 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 XWL registered?

FG09 XWL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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The MOT history for FG09 XWL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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