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GY09 VRE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,290 mi
Last recorded112,290 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 VRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 112,290 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 99,770 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 88,562 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 76,746 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 64,297 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 53,132 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 41,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 VRE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GY09 VRE, 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 GY09 VRE registered?

GY09 VRE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 July 2009.

Is GY09 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 VRE shows 8 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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