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LV59 UPH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,385 mi
Last recorded95,385 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 UPH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 95,385 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 90,773 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 86,691 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Jan 2019 79,224 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 79,172 miles

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

plastic under covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2017 75,738 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 66,508 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 50,678 miles

All brake discs lipped

EML light on

Pass 14 Feb 2015 35,869 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Front tyres worn on edges. 225/40r18

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear tyres worn low on inner and age cracked. 255/35zr18

Pass 18 Feb 2014 20,535 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 20,330 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jul 2013 20,330 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 19,825 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 11,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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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LV59 UPH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LV59 UPH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV59 UPH registered?

LV59 UPH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is LV59 UPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 UPH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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