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GU09 YVO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,543 mi
Last recorded87,543 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 YVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 87,543 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 83,593 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 83,593 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 74,710 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 65,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2021 56,071 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 55,119 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 51,359 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 51,359 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 49,025 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 45,135 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 42,122 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 38,082 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 32,318 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 27,684 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,024 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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GU09 YVO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GU09 YVO, 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 GU09 YVO registered?

GU09 YVO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is GU09 YVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 YVO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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