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GY59 VDT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

110,337 mi
Last recorded110,337 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 VDT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 110,337 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2025 110,337 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 105,974 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 105,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt camber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 98,315 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023 98,314 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 91,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in sidewall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low ( 3 mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 91,443 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in sidewall - no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low ( 3 mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 84,146 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 75,021 miles

Front brake discs heavily worn and corroded.

Fail 12 Dec 2020 75,021 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front brake discs heavily worn and corroded.

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 69,175 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 62,010 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 53,703 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 44,275 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 34,248 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 30,433 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 24,830 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 15,889 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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GY59 VDT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 GY59 VDT, 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 GY59 VDT registered?

GY59 VDT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is GY59 VDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 VDT shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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