CarVerify

Free Car Check

G5 PKM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,391 mi
Last recorded119,391 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 PKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 119,391 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2026 119,391 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 112,928 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 107,269 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 101,898 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NEARSIDE FRONT HEADLIGHT DIP BEAM IMAGE BECOMING DIM.

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD ON OUTER EDGE AND CUTS AND SPLITS ON TYRE.

Fail 14 Sep 2023 101,898 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NEARSIDE FRONT HEADLIGHT DIP BEAM IMAGE BECOMING DIM.

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD ON OUTER EDGE AND CUTS AND SPLITS ON TYRE.

Pass 13 Sep 2022 98,684 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 97,855 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 97,844 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 95,846 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 94,559 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 93,113 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2017 91,502 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 88,974 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 86,154 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear both (4.1.E.2b)

under cover fitted, unable to check.

Pass 29 Sep 2014 83,693 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 81,717 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 75,395 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G5 PKM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol 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 G5 PKM, 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 G5 PKM?

You can check the full history of G5 PKM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G5 PKM registered?

G5 PKM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is G5 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 PKM 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.

Does G5 PKM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G5 PKM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.