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KV59 LJO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

139,545 mi
Last recorded139,545 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV59 LJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 139,545 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 132,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 ZR17 Tread - 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 R17 Tread - 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 ZR17 Tread - 3.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 132,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 ZR17 Tread - 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 R17 Tread - 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 ZR17 Tread - 3.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,831 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 124,830 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 117,419 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 117,419 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 109,618 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))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 175,597 miles

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

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))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 101,531 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 91,615 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 75,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 63,219 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ( 3 mm ) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ( 3 mm ) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 45,229 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 42,943 miles

Nearside Front tyre has damage to side wall

Pass 21 Sep 2015 40,336 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 37,161 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 31,411 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 25,522 miles

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

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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KV59 LJO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KV59 LJO, 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 KV59 LJO registered?

KV59 LJO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is KV59 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV59 LJO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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