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LR59 EYJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,781 mi
Last recorded116,781 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 EYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 116,781 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 113,356 miles

Nearside front (inner) position lamp not working

Pass 13 Feb 2024 109,523 miles

hand brake just met limits

Pass 1 Mar 2023 106,001 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 101,767 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 101,767 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 98,442 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 95,066 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 92,581 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 89,263 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 87,357 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 84,973 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 82,714 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 80,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 80,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Nov 2012 78,850 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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LR59 EYJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR59 EYJ, 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 LR59 EYJ registered?

LR59 EYJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is LR59 EYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 EYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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