MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
196,330 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
undertrays/outersill covers fitted
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
under trays fitted
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear offside and nearside outer sidewall rubbing strips slightly damaged in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
damage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone and nearside wiped areas of the front windscreen
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system leaking under pressure (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear offside and nearside outer sidewall rubbing strips slightly damaged in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
damage of less than 1cm diameter in the offside wiped 'A' zone and nearside wiped areas of the front windscreen
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
undertray and sill covers fitted
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FL09 DPF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 FL09 DPF, 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 FL09 DPF registered?
FL09 DPF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2009.
Is FL09 DPF safe to buy?
The MOT history for FL09 DPF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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