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LS59 SXZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,281 mi
Last recorded93,281 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 SXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 93,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 91,457 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 87,898 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 87,840 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn REAR ARM BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FRONT OF SUBFRAME NEAR SUSPENSION ARM LOWER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 82,614 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 75,255 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 69,343 miles

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

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))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 62,328 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 52,771 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 45,466 miles

under-trays fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 2 Mar 2017 36,952 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 26,884 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 26,513 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 23,638 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 21,274 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 18,067 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 SXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LS59 SXZ, 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 LS59 SXZ registered?

LS59 SXZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is LS59 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 SXZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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