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LFM 379N

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

158,938 mi
Last recorded158,938 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFM 379N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 158,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 155,993 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 150,372 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 144,663 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 139,271 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 132,993 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 124,961 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 109,600 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 109,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 95,008 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 81,595 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2015 75,405 miles

engine covers and unbder trays are fitted on this vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2015 68,864 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre outer wall slight cut but not deep enough to reach inner cords

Pass 5 Aug 2014 45,015 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 33,646 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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LFM 379N is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LFM 379N, 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 LFM 379N registered?

LFM 379N is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is LFM 379N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFM 379N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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