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LG09 HVO

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,101 mi
Last recorded99,101 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 HVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 99,101 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 80,702 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 80,086 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of n/side front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of o/side front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 80,085 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of n/side front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of o/side front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 79,043 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of n/side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at rear of o/side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 78,049 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 75,986 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to outer wall and outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 74,562 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 70,087 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 67,219 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 63,767 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 59,508 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a cut in tread but no cords showing.

Fail 2 Mar 2016 59,508 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre has a cut in tread but no cords showing.

Pass 2 Mar 2015 55,220 miles

Engine management light on during test.

N/S/F fog lamp glass smashed.

Nail in nearside front tyre

O/S/F tyre has cuts in tread.

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 48,391 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,260 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 35,115 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake pads low

rear brake pads low

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 HVO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HVO, 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 LG09 HVO registered?

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

Is LG09 HVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 HVO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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