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FL09 LKA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,119 mi
Last recorded20,119 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 LKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 20,119 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 20,094 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit damage to side wall (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 17,346 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 27 Jan 2014 15,144 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 13,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 10,953 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 10,857 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LKA, 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 LKA registered?

FL09 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is FL09 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 LKA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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