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GJ59 VCK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,674 mi
Last recorded145,674 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 VCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 145,674 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack o/s/f (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 145,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack o/s/f (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 141,618 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 141,618 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 133,589 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 120,460 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 113,349 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing very slight play

Fail 30 Sep 2015 113,347 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing very slight play

Pass 22 Sep 2014 105,401 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 87,904 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 87,904 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 61,157 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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GJ59 VCK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GJ59 VCK, 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 GJ59 VCK registered?

GJ59 VCK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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