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LS59 XUO

2009 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,780 mi
Last recorded171,780 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 25085,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 XUO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 171,780 miles

coil springs corroded

exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with no visible tread on edges

plastic coverings on rear lower arms

rear lower suspension arms corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2026 171,639 miles

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

coil springs corroded

exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly with no visible tread on edges

plastic coverings on rear lower arms

rear lower suspension arms corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2025 169,600 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both stabiliser arms, rear inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 162,422 miles

Nearside Rear 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 3 Jun 2024 162,410 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear 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 9 Jun 2023 154,816 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 154,636 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 147,422 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 147,265 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 137,934 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 133,805 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 133,805 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 127,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 127,252 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 117,117 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 108,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 100,397 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 84,575 miles

Engine bay and under trays fitted.

Pass 25 Oct 2014 68,320 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 54,283 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 45,022 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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LS59 XUO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 85,876 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 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS59 XUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LS59 XUO registered?

LS59 XUO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is LS59 XUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 XUO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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