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GU59 CAX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

87,857 mi
Last recorded87,857 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 CAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 87,857 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 23 Sep 2025 87,857 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 30 Sep 2024 71,735 miles

Offside Front parking light not working

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 71,677 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front parking light not working

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 69,560 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 67,816 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 65,466 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 65,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Replaced bulb (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 63,877 miles

both rear tyres getting low tread depth at 3mm

Pass 13 Sep 2019 61,359 miles

both rear tyres getting low tread depth at 3mm

Pass 11 Sep 2018 58,490 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 55,764 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 52,419 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 48,226 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 40,523 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 32,826 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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GU59 CAX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GU59 CAX, 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 GU59 CAX?

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What year was GU59 CAX registered?

GU59 CAX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is GU59 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 CAX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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