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FX58 LYT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,289 mi
Last recorded75,289 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 LYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 75,289 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded around arm mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 70,437 miles

brake pipes all greased unable to inspect

Pass 8 Feb 2024 66,245 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 61,707 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 56,980 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front, inner brake pads look to be getting very low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Frontal lower suspension arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad looks to be worn very close to wear sensor. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 52,068 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 52,068 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 48,769 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 43,296 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 37,554 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 34,230 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 30,670 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 26,993 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 23,452 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 20,181 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 14,037 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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FX58 LYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FX58 LYT, 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 FX58 LYT registered?

FX58 LYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 February 2009.

Is FX58 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 LYT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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