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LX09 UAC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,143 mi
Last recorded140,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 UAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 140,143 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2026 140,143 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 132,201 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 126,334 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 117,433 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 113,226 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 103,758 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 96,507 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2019 90,808 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 90,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 82,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 82,404 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 73,208 miles

both offside tyres have damage

Pass 29 Apr 2016 60,230 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 51,386 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 43,054 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 43,054 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 27,459 miles

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

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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LX09 UAC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LX09 UAC, 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 LX09 UAC registered?

LX09 UAC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is LX09 UAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX09 UAC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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