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GL09 XTJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,671 mi
Last recorded168,671 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 XTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 168,671 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test swept area of screen ()

Nearside Front fog lamp broken , taped over

Nearside Rear tyre cracking +worn inner edge

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

tyre pressure monitor showing fault

Fail 2 Nov 2017 168,670 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test swept area of screen ()

Nearside Front fog lamp broken , taped over

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking +worn inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

tyre pressure monitor showing fault

Pass 18 Jun 2016 151,197 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 226,197 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 132,413 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 100,496 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

unable to check spare boot loaded

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 XTJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 GL09 XTJ, 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 GL09 XTJ registered?

GL09 XTJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is GL09 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 XTJ shows 6 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.

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