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MK09 GZS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,515 mi
Last recorded85,515 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 GZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 85,515 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 85,515 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 83,435 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 81,608 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 78,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 78,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 75,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 75,680 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 72,924 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 70,084 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,057 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 62,491 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 58,005 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,466 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,934 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 43,527 miles

unable to fully check nsr seat belt - babyseat fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,526 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,488 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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MK09 GZS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MK09 GZS, 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 MK09 GZS registered?

MK09 GZS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is MK09 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 GZS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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