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SG09 HFC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,823 mi
Last recorded95,823 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG09 HFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 95,823 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2024 95,423 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 95,418 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 94,620 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 81,894 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side ( rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear parking brake low reading

Pass 25 Apr 2018 72,449 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 66,654 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 57,766 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bhoth (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 52,473 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 46,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,812 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 35,377 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 35,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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SG09 HFC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SG09 HFC, 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

How do I check the history of SG09 HFC?

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What year was SG09 HFC registered?

SG09 HFC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is SG09 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG09 HFC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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