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LR59 EYY

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

154,041 mi
Last recorded154,041 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 EYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 154,041 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 29 Dec 2025 154,041 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 143,057 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 143,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick edge (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 128,949 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 19 Aug 2023 128,947 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2022 122,507 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 113,137 miles

full under body covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2020 108,147 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Nearside headlamp cracked

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

Fail 9 Jul 2020 108,145 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Nearside headlamp cracked

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 100,077 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 83,026 miles

emissions to clean for print out

Pass 18 Apr 2017 61,396 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,189 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 54,189 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 49,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 49,142 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 41,350 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 41,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,127 miles

both front tyres low

Fail 19 Aug 2013 29,127 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres low

Pass 10 Oct 2012 19,906 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 19,734 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 EYY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 LR59 EYY, 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 LR59 EYY registered?

LR59 EYY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is LR59 EYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 EYY shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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