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HG09 FAM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,599 mi
Last recorded106,599 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 FAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 106,599 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 102,731 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 102,709 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Offside rear subframe corroded (Trailing arm bracket) (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2023 98,993 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2023 98,993 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near n/s/r inner sill (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 91,924 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 91,388 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 85,978 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 85,978 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 78,960 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 78,959 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 71,713 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 66,318 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 59,920 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 49,963 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 44,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,625 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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HG09 FAM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HG09 FAM, 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 HG09 FAM registered?

HG09 FAM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2009.

Is HG09 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 FAM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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