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GL59 JXU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

180,066 mi
Last recorded180,066 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 JXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 180,066 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 180,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 163,494 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 163,494 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 156,797 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 156,797 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 152,032 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 151,880 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 151,700 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 151,363 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 151,183 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 140,013 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 125,177 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 97,612 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 97,612 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 79,099 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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GL59 JXU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 JXU, 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 GL59 JXU registered?

GL59 JXU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is GL59 JXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 JXU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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