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BG09 LMJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,222 mi
Last recorded128,222 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 LMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 128,222 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 124,888 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 121,273 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 116,017 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 111,511 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 107,758 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 107,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 100,710 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 91,838 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 82,113 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 72,424 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 62,740 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 50,190 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 38,308 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,884 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 LMJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 1,796cc 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 BG09 LMJ, 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 LMJ registered?

BG09 LMJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is BG09 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 LMJ 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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