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FX09 PKF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

99,884 mi
Last recorded99,884 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 PKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 99,884 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear heat shield insecure

Fail 28 Sep 2022 99,875 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear heat shield insecure

Pass 14 Sep 2021 77,396 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear heatshield insecure

Pass 10 Aug 2020 61,860 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin face (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner brake disc corroded

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near subframe and brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 16 Sep 2019 58,964 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 58,964 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear 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 15 Aug 2018 54,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,342 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 50,144 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 49,958 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 33,579 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 31,610 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,927 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 21,591 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 21,588 miles

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

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,630 miles

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

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

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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FX09 PKF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FX09 PKF, 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 FX09 PKF registered?

FX09 PKF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is FX09 PKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 PKF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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