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HG09 WGW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

65,065 mi
Last recorded65,065 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 WGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 65,065 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2026 65,065 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 61,582 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 58,971 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 56,200 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 54,116 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 51,430 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 51,430 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2020 50,107 miles
Fail 2 May 2020 50,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 46,954 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 44,001 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 40,584 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2016 36,160 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 31,736 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 27,158 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 22,779 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 18,469 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 26 Jun 2012 18,469 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

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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HG09 WGW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG09 WGW, 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 HG09 WGW registered?

HG09 WGW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is HG09 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 WGW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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