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LR59 UVL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,828 mi
Last recorded108,828 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 UVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 108,828 miles

Front Inner track rod inner arms are corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner/outer edges 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 108,826 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm, front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner track rod inner arms are corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner/outer edges 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2025 103,694 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2025 103,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 May 2024 99,056 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 93,850 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2023 93,850 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2022 89,740 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 84,122 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 80,105 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 76,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side brake discs lipped and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pads worn close to sensor. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hand brake cable bracket insecure.

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 72,541 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 66,118 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 56,467 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 56,467 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 47,441 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 36,125 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 26,021 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,198 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 UVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 UVL, 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 UVL registered?

LR59 UVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 October 2009.

Is LR59 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 UVL 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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