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LM09 KMX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,010 mi
Last recorded148,010 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 KMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 148,010 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 130,722 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2019 122,010 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2019 122,010 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 118,917 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 118,917 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 115,572 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 111,917 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 96,261 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015

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

Pass 29 Jan 2015 84,923 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,952 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 58,482 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 58,482 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 57,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2013 52,799 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 36,585 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 36,585 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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LM09 KMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LM09 KMX, 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 LM09 KMX registered?

LM09 KMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is LM09 KMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM09 KMX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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