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GF59 FBC

2009 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,296 mi
Last recorded155,296 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 22079,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 FBC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 155,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 155,296 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 146,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 146,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 134,906 miles

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 May 2019 127,990 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 123,017 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 123,017 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 118,967 miles

Nearside Front tyre has slight outer sidewall damage

Pass 23 Apr 2016 110,797 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 98,668 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 85,031 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 63,595 miles

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

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

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

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

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Fail 14 Feb 2013 63,595 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

undertrays fitted to car

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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GF59 FBC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 79,402 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 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF59 FBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF59 FBC registered?

GF59 FBC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is GF59 FBC safe to buy?

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