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FG09 XXC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,340 mi
Last recorded113,340 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 XXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 113,340 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 101,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear bumper damaged but secure

Fail 28 Mar 2023 101,731 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 83,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 80,821 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2/3mm

offside rear tyre inner wall starting to perish

Pass 10 Apr 2017 75,778 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2/3mm

Pass 19 Apr 2016 69,747 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 63,757 miles

nearside front Tyre outer wall slight damage

Fail 4 Apr 2014 56,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 56,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2013 48,070 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 48,037 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,417 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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FG09 XXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XXC, 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 XXC registered?

FG09 XXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is FG09 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 XXC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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