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LG09 HVB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

137,391 mi
Last recorded137,391 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 HVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 137,391 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2025 133,663 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

front suspension noisy not resulting in any excess movement

Pass 19 Aug 2024 128,355 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2023 121,122 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 111,152 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 87,634 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 76,043 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 70,807 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 68,717 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 66,948 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 55,421 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 40,403 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 23,029 miles

engine covers and under covers fitted - could not have 100% inspection of all parts

Fail 5 May 2014 23,029 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

engine covers and under covers fitted - could not have 100% inspection of all parts

Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,763 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 10,971 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 9,530 miles

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

Offside 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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LG09 HVB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LG09 HVB, 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.

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What year was LG09 HVB registered?

LG09 HVB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is LG09 HVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 HVB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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