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LM09 YPJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,101 mi
Last recorded109,101 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 YPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 109,101 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Aug 2017 109,100 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 101,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inner and outer sidewall deteriorated (on limit)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 25 Aug 2016 101,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre inner and outer sidewall deteriorated (on limit)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2015 91,345 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 82,165 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 73,544 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 159,932 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 124,544 miles

rear brakes worn

rear tyres low on tread

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 YPJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YPJ, 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 YPJ registered?

LM09 YPJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is LM09 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM09 YPJ shows 9 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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