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LL59 OBS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,704 mi
Last recorded144,704 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL59 OBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 144,704 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 135,397 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 135,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 115,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 101,443 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 101,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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 OBS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OBS, 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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How do I check the history of LL59 OBS?

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What year was LL59 OBS registered?

LL59 OBS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is LL59 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL59 OBS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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