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HG09 FBO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,408 mi
Last recorded58,408 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 FBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 58,408 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 53,306 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 47,911 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 43,844 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 39,010 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 35,728 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 35,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Trailing arm to subframe beginning to rust out. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 30,090 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 24,286 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 15 May 2017 17,289 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 14,520 miles

Plastic liners covers and trays preventing full examination

Some uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 15 May 2015 12,769 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 11,449 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 10,294 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 7,955 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 FBO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HG09 FBO, 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 HG09 FBO registered?

HG09 FBO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is HG09 FBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 FBO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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