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GF59 RFX

2009 Mercedes-benz Clc

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

171,293 mi
Last recorded171,293 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Clc69,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 RFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 171,293 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on Edges of Tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power Steering Noisey

Fail 5 Jul 2022 171,291 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on Edges of Tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power Steering Noisey

Pass 14 Jul 2021 164,164 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power Steering Operation Noisey

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 164,162 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Both (1.4.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power Steering Operation Noisey

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 133,194 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 126,999 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 119,656 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

emissions too clean to register on gas analyser

large plastic covers prevent inspection of underfloor areas and outer sills

Pass 14 Nov 2016 109,031 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2016 109,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs are worn.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 90,679 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 90,307 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 63,197 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 12 Sep 2014 63,197 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,407 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 45,407 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 29,077 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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GF59 RFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clc in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 69,480 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 Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF59 RFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GF59 RFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 23 October 2009.

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