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FV58 HZL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,834 mi
Last recorded89,834 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 HZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 89,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose end (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose end (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose end (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose end (3.6.B.2c)

front tyres wearing more on edges

Pass 9 Nov 2015 68,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 56,174 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 56,156 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 53,973 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 53,902 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 51,426 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 50,358 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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FV58 HZL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV58 HZL, 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 FV58 HZL registered?

FV58 HZL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 January 2009.

Is FV58 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 HZL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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