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BG09 ESN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,253 mi
Last recorded141,253 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 ESN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 141,253 miles

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Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Sep 2026 141,240 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 135,858 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 123,190 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NS&OS

Fail 28 Aug 2024 123,185 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NS&OS

Pass 31 Aug 2023 117,537 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 112,267 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 105,829 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in dence black paint. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in dence black paint. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in dence black paint. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Coated in Dence black paint. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 105,828 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Yellow chalk marked, by spring. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Yellow marked chalk. by coil spring. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 97,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 97,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 93,807 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 89,050 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 89,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 82,850 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2016 73,171 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 66,300 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 57,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 44,797 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 31,534 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 ESN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 ESN, 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 ESN registered?

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

Is BG09 ESN safe to buy?

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