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MF09 LFU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,433 mi
Last recorded136,433 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF09 LFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 136,433 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 132,572 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 118,400 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 107,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 95,332 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 88,867 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 74,080 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2018 74,061 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible brake hose. (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 60,227 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 60,212 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2016 48,230 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 35,357 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 33,899 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 28,795 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 23,685 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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MF09 LFU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MF09 LFU, 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 MF09 LFU registered?

MF09 LFU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is MF09 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF09 LFU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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