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FL09 MJX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,244 mi
Last recorded116,244 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 MJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 116,244 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2025 109,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2024 101,219 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 93,502 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 86,713 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 86,713 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt caster arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 81,807 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 77,876 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 71,167 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 62,132 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 53,983 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 45,953 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 36,952 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 27,015 miles

N/S/R seat backrest insecure at the top.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 27,015 miles

N/S/R seat backrest insecure at the top.

Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,416 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 7,818 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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FL09 MJX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FL09 MJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL09 MJX registered?

FL09 MJX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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The MOT history for FL09 MJX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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