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HW09 FLE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

86,540 mi
Last recorded86,540 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 FLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2026 86,540 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE - (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2025 85,710 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 84,299 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2024 84,299 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 77,161 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 77,161 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2022 74,243 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 71,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 68,463 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 57,939 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2019 57,939 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 54,498 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 51,305 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 50,453 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 47,142 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre has small cut in sidewall

Fail 27 Apr 2016 47,142 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre has small cut in sidewall

Pass 11 May 2015 42,677 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,870 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,403 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 34,403 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 30,269 miles

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

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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HW09 FLE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HW09 FLE, 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 HW09 FLE registered?

HW09 FLE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is HW09 FLE safe to buy?

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