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MA59 GXC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140,565 mi
Last recorded140,565 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA59 GXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 140,565 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 126,145 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 109,026 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 97,102 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 97,099 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 95,690 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wing mirror casing has damage

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 95,690 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wing mirror casing has damage

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 93,171 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40 R17 Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40 R17 Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 93,171 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40 R17 Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40 R17 Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 90,932 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 88,410 miles

under trays and engine covers

Pass 27 Jan 2017 83,540 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 27 Jan 2017 83,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2016 77,612 miles

child seats fitted not allowing to inspect adult seat belts

engine covered/under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2015 71,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 66,426 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2012 61,343 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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MA59 GXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 MA59 GXC, 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 MA59 GXC registered?

MA59 GXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is MA59 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA59 GXC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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