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GJ59 ZBP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,848 mi
Last recorded124,848 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 ZBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 124,848 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged small cut in sidewall looks to be deep hole when opened with a blunt screwdriver (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear brake pad is discoloured and deteriorating likely due to previous brake binding/overheating

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

Fail 30 Oct 2023 124,847 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb may be incorrectly fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure multiple lumps on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged small cut in sidewall looks to be deep hole when opened with a blunt screwdriver (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear brake pad is discoloured and deteriorating likely due to previous brake binding/overheating

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 120,967 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 115,622 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2021 115,621 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 109,293 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 100,321 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 100,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 92,632 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 78,542 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 75,299 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 69,004 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 69,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 57,173 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 46,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 34,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 ZBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZBP, 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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GJ59 ZBP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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