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LL59 BBX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,343 mi
Last recorded134,343 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL59 BBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 134,343 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))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 124,801 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 124,801 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 115,589 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine management light on .

Fail 24 Nov 2017 115,589 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine management light on .

Pass 3 Nov 2016 102,770 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 94,037 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

child seat fitted at the back not allowed full inspection of the seat belt

Fail 23 Nov 2015 94,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

child seat fitted at the back not allowed full inspection of the seat belt

Pass 12 Nov 2014 81,347 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 65,110 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,103 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 14,133 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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LL59 BBX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LL59 BBX, 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 LL59 BBX registered?

LL59 BBX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

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