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GL59 HFN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

173,276 mi
Last recorded173,276 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 HFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 173,276 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Feb 2023 167,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 156,153 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 132,962 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 122,688 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 122,688 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 113,645 miles

Rear pads 3/4 worn

Pass 19 Feb 2018 104,689 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 104,689 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 98,570 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 90,607 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 85,103 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 78,011 miles

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

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

diesel injector seals leaking

Fail 14 Jan 2014 62,889 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 62,889 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 59,215 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 59,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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GL59 HFN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL59 HFN, 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

How do I check the history of GL59 HFN?

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What year was GL59 HFN registered?

GL59 HFN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is GL59 HFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 HFN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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