MOT Status
ValidMileage
139,189 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
under trays fitted front to rear not allowing full inspection
Offside Front tyre slight cut on sidewall
Offside mirror glass deteriorated
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
both front tyres edge wear
Front Registration plate inscription illegible deteriorated (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front tyre slight cut on sidewall
Offside mirror glass deteriorated
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
both front tyres edge wear
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R38 GUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 R38 GUA, 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 R38 GUA registered?
R38 GUA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 March 2009.
Is R38 GUA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R38 GUA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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