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LR59 TYX

2009 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,723 mi
Last recorded119,723 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 TYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 119,723 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 119,255 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022
Fail 16 Feb 2022

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 110,330 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 106,563 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 93,694 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 93,694 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 81,525 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 67,777 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 51,576 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 47,900 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 37,131 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 37,010 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,300 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Outer Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,231 miles

all 4 tyre s perished

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 TYX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TYX, 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

How do I check the history of LR59 TYX?

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What year was LR59 TYX registered?

LR59 TYX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is LR59 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 TYX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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