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BK09 GHB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,865 mi
Last recorded160,865 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 GHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 160,865 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 159,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 158,486 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 158,486 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Pass 15 May 2023 156,370 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 154,846 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 152,515 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 150,901 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 148,487 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 148,287 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded to both rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 143,851 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 142,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 117,958 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 106,639 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2015 106,639 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 89,489 miles

rear brakepads worn low

wiperblades starting to show wear

Pass 23 May 2013 72,424 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 54,358 miles

both front fog lamp lenes broken

front brake discs worn

minor damage to nearside front tyre sidewall

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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BK09 GHB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK09 GHB, 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 BK09 GHB?

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What year was BK09 GHB registered?

BK09 GHB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is BK09 GHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK09 GHB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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