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LM59 XTC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,584 mi
Last recorded162,584 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM59 XTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 162,584 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 155,354 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

propshaft rear rubber coupling cracking/perishing

Fail 8 Jul 2025 155,314 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

propshaft rear rubber coupling cracking/perishing

Pass 20 Jun 2024 147,537 miles

some dampness around diesel injectors

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 141,810 miles

rear tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 26 Jul 2022 136,381 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 129,267 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Aug 2021 129,267 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Aug 2020 122,179 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 Aug 2019 110,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Rear of) front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Fail 9 Aug 2019 110,303 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Rear of) front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Aug 2018 92,248 miles

Front nearside tyre is worn on outer edge

Front offside tyre is starting to wear on edges

Rear offside tyre is very worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2017 75,507 miles

Rear offside tyre is starting to wear on inner edge

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 59,858 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 53,281 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 43,554 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 34,506 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 26,173 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 XTC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XTC, 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 XTC registered?

LM59 XTC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2009.

Is LM59 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM59 XTC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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