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LT59 LKA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

185,217 mi
Last recorded185,217 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT59 LKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 185,217 miles

under tray fitted obstructing some underside components

Fail 23 Nov 2019 185,159 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge within center three quarters (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2018 172,026 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 172,026 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 152,117 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 134,016 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 106,011 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 79,395 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 55,739 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 55,739 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 25,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LT59 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LT59 LKA, 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 LT59 LKA registered?

LT59 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LT59 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT59 LKA 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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