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LL59 WCV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

134,715 mi
Last recorded134,715 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL59 WCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 134,715 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2025 134,415 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened both o/s and n/s top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 118,123 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 118,122 miles

Nearside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 100,363 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front anti roll bar link gaiter deteriorated

Fail 16 Nov 2023 100,347 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REARMOST/UPWARD FACING (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre damaged and worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front anti roll bar link gaiter deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2022 85,090 miles

o/s/f deop link dust cover cracki ng

pads low

Fail 27 Oct 2022 85,060 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

pads low

o/s/f deop link dust cover cracki ng

Pass 27 Aug 2021 64,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front tyre very perished and inner sidewall poor

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside front tyre very perished

Pass 17 Sep 2020 58,623 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 54,807 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Oct 2018 48,321 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Oct 2017 42,706 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Oct 2016 36,984 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 30,634 miles

vehicle undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Oct 2015 30,633 miles

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

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

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

vehicle undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Oct 2014 26,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2013 18,358 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 14,928 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 WCV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WCV, 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 WCV registered?

LL59 WCV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is LL59 WCV safe to buy?

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