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GL09 RWJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

111,523 mi
Last recorded111,523 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 RWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 111,523 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 105,949 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 101,678 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 97,088 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 92,434 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 89,107 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 83,819 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 83,819 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2017 78,934 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 75,019 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2015 68,732 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 60,626 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 60,626 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 52,463 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 42,999 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jan 2013 42,999 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Dec 2011 31,589 miles

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

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

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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GL09 RWJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GL09 RWJ, 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 GL09 RWJ registered?

GL09 RWJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is GL09 RWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 RWJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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