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LS59 XYU

2009 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

160,788 mi
Last recorded160,788 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 30048,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 XYU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 160,788 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges

Pass 27 Aug 2019 141,000 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 120,446 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 96,015 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 80,843 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 64,888 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 64,888 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Dec 2013 50,169 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside front tyre has cut in tread

Pass 11 Dec 2013 50,169 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside front tyre has cut in tread

Pass 12 Dec 2012 35,717 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn low on edges

Fail 11 Dec 2012 35,717 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn low on edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 300?

Based on 170,654 MOT tests across 18,208 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
1,831
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
18,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,542
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,881
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,985
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,687
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LS59 XYU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 48,490 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 300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS59 XYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS59 XYU registered?

LS59 XYU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is LS59 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 XYU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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