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FL09 JUY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,955 mi
Last recorded85,955 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 JUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 85,955 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 2mm close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 2mm close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 85,955 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system corroded and leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 2mm close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 2mm close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 82,915 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 82,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2024 79,322 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 76,102 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 76,102 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 18 avon (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2022 72,488 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 68,612 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2020 65,295 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 61,338 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 57,842 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2018 57,842 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2017 53,264 miles

Clean emissions test

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Offside front tyre cracking

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 48,474 miles

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2016 48,474 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides side walls have cords showing (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front aero blades 2x 24inch (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres outer sidewall cracking and perished

Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,260 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 31,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 27,474 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 27,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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FL09 JUY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JUY, 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 JUY registered?

FL09 JUY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2009.

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