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FX09 ZBP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

50,435 mi
Last recorded50,435 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 ZBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 50,435 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 47,569 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 45,108 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 40,051 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 36,456 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 33,875 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 28,939 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 24,171 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 24,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 18,610 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 13,059 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 7,385 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 4,131 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 1,543 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 989 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 942 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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FX09 ZBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ZBP, 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

How do I check the history of FX09 ZBP?

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What year was FX09 ZBP registered?

FX09 ZBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is FX09 ZBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 ZBP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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