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GL 9795

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,108 mi
Last recorded45,108 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL 9795
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 45,108 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5m. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 19 Jun 2025 43,316 miles

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 18 Jun 2024 40,805 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very badly perishing/cracking on inner edge also worn on inner edge. *ADVISE REPLACEMENT* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 17 Jun 2024 40,805 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower front track control arm outer ball joint has excess movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Very badly perishing/cracking on inner edge also worn on inner edge. *ADVISE REPLACEMENT* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides also lipped on edges. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 13 Jun 2023 37,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge also badly cracking between treads. *Advise Replacement* (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides also lipped on edges. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 15 Jun 2022 34,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 15 Jun 2022 34,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 27,138 miles

Vehicle is fitted with engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 18 Jun 2021 27,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer side wall. Size 245/40 ZR18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly cracking between treads also on inner and outer shoulder. Heavily worn on inner and outer edges, Size 225/45 ZR18 *Advise Replacement* (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 22 Jun 2020 21,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on both edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn on edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 27 Jun 2019 17,412 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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GL 9795 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 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 GL 9795, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GL 9795 registered?

GL 9795 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2016.

Is GL 9795 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL 9795 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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