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AJ59 GVL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,604 mi
Last recorded94,604 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 GVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 94,604 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 84,078 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 77,073 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 70,340 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 70,340 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 64,895 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 57,326 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 53,058 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 43,411 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 33,265 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,551 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,647 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 22,595 miles

Front & rear tyres required shortly+

Pass 30 Apr 2014 19,399 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,449 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 16,045 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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AJ59 GVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AJ59 GVL, 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 AJ59 GVL registered?

AJ59 GVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is AJ59 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ59 GVL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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