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GY09 JRV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,329 mi
Last recorded196,329 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 JRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 196,329 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 196,076 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2024 186,758 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 182,112 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 171,099 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2020 164,441 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 156,054 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 13 Aug 2019 156,054 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside/ Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 145,990 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 132,321 miles

child seat fitted in offside rear, cannot fully check seatbelt

nail in nearside front tyre

nearside rear inner sidelight bulb inoperative (still 50% working)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

tyre pressure monitor light on

nearside rear tyre excessively worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Sep 2015 125,937 miles

undercover with tray

Pass 27 Aug 2014 117,903 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 105,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 77,898 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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GY09 JRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY09 JRV, 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.

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What year was GY09 JRV registered?

GY09 JRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is GY09 JRV safe to buy?

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