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LG59 DHK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,856 mi
Last recorded34,856 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 DHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 34,856 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2025 34,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 34,435 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 34,137 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 33,794 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 33,779 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened on the offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 33,502 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 32,727 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 32,727 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 31,098 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 27,709 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 24,282 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 21,957 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 21,950 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 19,346 miles

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

Offside nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2014 16,758 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2013 13,473 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2012 10,971 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LG59 DHK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 LG59 DHK, 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 LG59 DHK?

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What year was LG59 DHK registered?

LG59 DHK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LG59 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 DHK 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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