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GF59 ZUA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,514 mi
Last recorded83,514 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 ZUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 83,514 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 79,692 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 74,867 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 71,526 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 67,233 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 63,621 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 61,822 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 58,400 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 54,794 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 52,588 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 45,409 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 36,930 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 28,024 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 21,840 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn slightly on edges

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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GF59 ZUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GF59 ZUA, 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 GF59 ZUA registered?

GF59 ZUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is GF59 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 ZUA shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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