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LS59 EAP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

103,516 mi
Last recorded103,516 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 EAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 103,516 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 103,339 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2024 98,292 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 91,934 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 91,636 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 79,324 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 65,664 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 59,224 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 48,294 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 44,040 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 44,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 43,289 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2017 43,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 38,469 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 33,496 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 33,477 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 27,577 miles

engine light on

Pass 26 Sep 2013 22,050 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 14,308 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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LS59 EAP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LS59 EAP, 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 LS59 EAP?

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What year was LS59 EAP registered?

LS59 EAP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LS59 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 EAP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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