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LP09 CZJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,607 mi
Last recorded147,607 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP09 CZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 147,607 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers & shields fitted

front brake pipes corroded

Fail 5 Nov 2025 147,607 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers & shields fitted

front brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2024 139,738 miles

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

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 CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 135,453 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 135,451 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 129,976 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2022 129,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 121,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 121,617 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both front lower ball joints have excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 107,764 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 107,764 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 86,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2018 86,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 73,462 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 73,462 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 54,330 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 47,358 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres feathering on edges

Pass 7 Feb 2014 41,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 32,675 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,784 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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LP09 CZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LP09 CZJ, 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 LP09 CZJ registered?

LP09 CZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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