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LM09 SXZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

162,836 mi
Last recorded162,836 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 SXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 162,836 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 162,817 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 143,169 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)

engine cover/ under tray fitted obscuring components

Pass 10 Aug 2016 118,176 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

engine shields fitted

small cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 22 Aug 2015 96,058 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 96,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge, 225/40ZR18-92Y KUMHO (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 71,989 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 48,242 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 48,242 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 36,920 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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LM09 SXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SXZ, 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 SXZ registered?

LM09 SXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is LM09 SXZ safe to buy?

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