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FX09 XSK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,904 mi
Last recorded86,904 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 XSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 86,904 miles

both rear tyres tread getting low

e m light staying on

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2017 83,649 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 78,082 miles

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

child seat fitted

engine and under trays fitted

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2016 78,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

child seat fitted

engine and under trays fitted

front brake discs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2015 70,015 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Mar 2015 70,013 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,408 miles

o/s/f + n/s/f tyre tread low inner

Fail 19 Mar 2013 43,963 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 43,963 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XSK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FX09 XSK, 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 FX09 XSK registered?

FX09 XSK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is FX09 XSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 XSK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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