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LM59 XSX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,971 mi
Last recorded113,971 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 XSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 113,971 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2026 113,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2025 108,979 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 108,979 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 108,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Arch liner (5.2.3 (f))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 105,081 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main run across subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 101,902 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 101,902 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring insecure no fitted correct on top seat (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 99,979 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 97,014 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 93,149 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 86,454 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 77,765 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear tyre cut in side wall

Fail 26 Apr 2018 77,765 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear tyre cut in side wall

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 70,035 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,095 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 52,007 miles

front discs rusting

rear discs rusting

Pass 25 Oct 2014 50,515 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 39,504 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 22,679 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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LM59 XSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM59 XSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM59 XSX registered?

LM59 XSX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is LM59 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 XSX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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