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LL59 BFV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,437 mi
Last recorded61,437 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL59 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 61,437 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 57,612 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 54,929 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 51,782 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 49,569 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 47,407 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 44,578 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 42,571 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 39,291 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 29,246 miles

both rear tyres perishing on sidewall

Fail 20 Sep 2017 29,246 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp earth wire melted (1.1.A.3f)

both rear tyres perishing on sidewall

Pass 24 Oct 2016 29,176 miles

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

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

offside front and both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Dec 2015 26,302 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 22,559 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 22,559 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 18,176 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 13,274 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 BFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,597cc 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 LL59 BFV, 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 LL59 BFV?

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What year was LL59 BFV registered?

LL59 BFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is LL59 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL59 BFV 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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