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LX59 ZYT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,876 mi
Last recorded57,876 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 ZYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 57,876 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2026 57,850 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2025 49,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 49,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 42,591 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 41,874 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 41,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 40,109 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 38,790 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 37,972 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 36,817 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 34,758 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 31,814 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 29,126 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 25,133 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 21,845 miles

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

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

Offside,Nearside front tyres cracking,cuts.

Pass 1 Aug 2013 18,694 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 14,578 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 ZYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZYT, 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 ZYT registered?

LX59 ZYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2009.

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The MOT history for LX59 ZYT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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