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DX59 LWY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,570 mi
Last recorded72,570 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 LWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 72,570 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 May 2026 72,570 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 May 2025 60,374 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2024 51,086 miles

underneath tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 22 May 2023 42,351 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Jan 2022 33,444 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 32,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 30,935 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 27,795 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 23,650 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 20,333 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front wipers smearing

Pass 12 Jan 2016 17,351 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 17,351 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 12,424 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 10,051 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 8,174 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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DX59 LWY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DX59 LWY, 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

How do I check the history of DX59 LWY?

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What year was DX59 LWY registered?

DX59 LWY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is DX59 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX59 LWY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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