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G14 ONY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,236 mi
Last recorded151,236 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG14 ONY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 151,236 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 25 Oct 2024 147,887 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 23 Oct 2023 143,723 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 26 Aug 2022 139,508 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 28 Aug 2021 130,937 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 4 Sep 2020 122,449 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 3 Sep 2019 113,739 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 112,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 101,070 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 95,124 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 95,124 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 81,118 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 81,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 68,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine warning light on.

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2014 68,560 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine warning light on.

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 54,054 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 42,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 42,617 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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G14 ONY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G14 ONY, 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.

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What year was G14 ONY registered?

G14 ONY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is G14 ONY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G14 ONY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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