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LC09 EVF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,649 mi
Last recorded79,649 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 EVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 79,649 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2025 79,649 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 65,290 miles

Under bonnet ABS unit is damp with fluid.

Fail 14 Nov 2024 65,286 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under bonnet ABS unit is damp with fluid.

Pass 22 Nov 2023 62,660 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 60,100 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 58,243 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 56,544 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 54,497 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 51,287 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 47,233 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 43,173 miles

offside front windscreen wiper blade smearing windscreen

Pass 5 Nov 2015 39,463 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 35,066 miles

nearside headlamp beam pattern has no kick up to the nearside

offside headlamp beam pattern has no kick up to the nearside

Pass 4 Nov 2013 31,147 miles

nearside headlamp beam image has no kick up to the left

offside headlamp beam image has no kick up to the left

Pass 31 Oct 2012 28,116 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 22,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 22,918 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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LC09 EVF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LC09 EVF, 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 LC09 EVF?

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What year was LC09 EVF registered?

LC09 EVF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is LC09 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 EVF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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