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VU09 FBA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

124,313 mi
Last recorded124,313 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 FBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 124,313 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 124,313 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 110,830 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 108,178 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 105,393 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 100,815 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 97,328 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 93,392 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 86,637 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 73,806 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 60,539 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 48,924 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 38,543 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 32,415 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 25,758 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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VU09 FBA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc 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 VU09 FBA, 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 VU09 FBA?

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What year was VU09 FBA registered?

VU09 FBA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is VU09 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 FBA 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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