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LT09 LLR

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,371 mi
Last recorded155,371 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 LLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 155,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine light on

nearside wiper getting worn

Pass 1 Apr 2016 133,770 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2016 133,724 miles

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

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

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

engine light on

run flat system needs to be reset

Pass 28 Mar 2015 113,516 miles

both front tyres wearing outer edges

o/s/r tyre very close to minimum tread limit

Fail 28 Mar 2015 113,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres wearing outer edges

o/s/r tyre very close to minimum tread limit

Pass 22 Mar 2014 83,609 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 58,416 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 58,416 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,001 miles

n/s/r inner side light not working

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LT09 LLR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LT09 LLR, 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 LT09 LLR registered?

LT09 LLR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is LT09 LLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT09 LLR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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