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LX59 XSB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,768 mi
Last recorded148,768 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 XSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 148,768 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 148,761 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 126,912 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside parking brake efficiencies low

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 95,988 miles

parking brake efficiency low at 16%

Pass 22 May 2015 78,096 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,479 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2014 58,479 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,919 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 41,919 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 37,027 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 36,457 miles

Off side rear tyre has cut on outter side wall

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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LX59 XSB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 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 LX59 XSB, 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 LX59 XSB registered?

LX59 XSB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is LX59 XSB safe to buy?

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