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LR59 UTV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

154,745 mi
Last recorded154,745 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 UTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 154,745 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 152,389 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link rubber (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 142,882 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease on outside of gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 139,959 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 135,958 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 128,926 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 121,209 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 114,533 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 114,533 miles

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 107,881 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 20 Jun 2019 107,821 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 13 Jun 2018 97,145 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 81,168 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under trays fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2017 81,167 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Outer Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating Side light bulb (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 64,358 miles

covers fitted.

Pass 23 Jun 2015 58,332 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 56,725 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 51,249 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 44,968 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 UTV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 UTV, 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 UTV?

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What year was LR59 UTV registered?

LR59 UTV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is LR59 UTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 UTV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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