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LG59 JFX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,053 mi
Last recorded46,053 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 JFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 46,053 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 46,053 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 45,454 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 43,152 miles

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))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 40,219 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 38,282 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 36,577 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 31,337 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 25,851 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 21,083 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 18,903 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 15,706 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 15,706 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 12,100 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 9,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 9,227 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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LG59 JFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 JFX, 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 JFX?

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What year was LG59 JFX registered?

LG59 JFX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is LG59 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 JFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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