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BG09 EPV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,810 mi
Last recorded144,810 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 EPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 144,810 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 133,125 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 122,493 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 113,005 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 91,501 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 80,767 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 78,151 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 78,151 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 26 May 2016 74,048 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 74,048 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2015 69,483 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 65,479 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 60,145 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2013 60,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 25 May 2012 54,953 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2012 54,953 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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BG09 EPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG09 EPV, 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 BG09 EPV registered?

BG09 EPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is BG09 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 EPV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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