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LX59 ZKU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,527 mi
Last recorded38,527 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 ZKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 38,527 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 37,985 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 37,571 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 37,129 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 36,752 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 36,467 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 36,169 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 35,603 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Sep 2017 35,040 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,279 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 32,834 miles

Front tyres worn and cracking tread on outter edges

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 27,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Sep 2013 23,447 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 15,561 miles

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 ZKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX59 ZKU, 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 LX59 ZKU registered?

LX59 ZKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is LX59 ZKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 ZKU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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