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SL09 GUD

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

150,582 mi
Last recorded150,582 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 GUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 150,582 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper clip missing

Fail 19 Jan 2026 150,581 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Rear brake caliper clip missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 145,733 miles

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

Offside Rear BRAKE CALIPER CLIP MISSING

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 140,420 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 133,941 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 127,095 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 192,867 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 112,499 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 112,499 miles

Offside Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 105,067 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 97,307 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 88,345 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 80,096 miles

both sides rear parking brake readings low

Pass 3 Feb 2015 70,394 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 60,661 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 50,772 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 44,287 miles

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

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

front brake discs and pads are badly worn

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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SL09 GUD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SL09 GUD, 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 SL09 GUD registered?

SL09 GUD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SL09 GUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 GUD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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