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KU59 LJY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

193,555 mi
Last recorded193,555 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 LJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 193,555 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted underneath.

Fail 23 Jan 2019 193,555 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 20 Sep 2017 181,383 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 20 Aug 2016 167,330 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 145,718 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 125,925 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 125,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 103,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 79,281 miles

Nail in near side front tyre

Nail in near side rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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KU59 LJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU59 LJY, 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 KU59 LJY registered?

KU59 LJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is KU59 LJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU59 LJY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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