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EA59 ZGK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,890 mi
Last recorded160,890 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 ZGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2024 160,890 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 160,880 miles

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 151,975 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 139,852 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 127,866 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 117,860 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 112,501 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 105,210 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 99,862 miles

emissins to clean to record results

Pass 15 Jun 2015 94,977 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 88,841 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers juddering

Fail 15 Oct 2013 75,721 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 75,721 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2013 67,069 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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EA59 ZGK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EA59 ZGK, 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 EA59 ZGK registered?

EA59 ZGK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is EA59 ZGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA59 ZGK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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