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LS59 XWP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,807 mi
Last recorded139,807 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 XWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 139,807 miles

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

exhaust flexible joint is in poor condition

Pass 18 Nov 2024 137,668 miles

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

exhaust flexible joint is in poor condition

Pass 1 Nov 2023 135,378 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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))

exhaust flexible joint is in poor condition

Pass 7 Nov 2022 133,839 miles

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

the exhaust flexible joint is in poor condition

Pass 25 Nov 2021 132,813 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 132,804 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to n/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to o/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 132,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 129,877 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 125,936 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2017 121,512 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 110,847 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 91,534 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 68,406 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,076 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 24,007 miles

front brake discs scored

offside front tyre worn on the outer edge

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 XWP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XWP, 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.

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What year was LS59 XWP registered?

LS59 XWP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is LS59 XWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 XWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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