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RJ59 LCT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,176 mi
Last recorded157,176 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 LCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2020 157,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Dec 2020 157,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 144,731 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides poor damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (225/45 x 17) (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2018 133,992 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 124,256 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of some testable components

Pass 30 Apr 2016 115,823 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 108,381 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 99,847 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 88,453 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 88,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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RJ59 LCT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJ59 LCT, 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 RJ59 LCT registered?

RJ59 LCT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is RJ59 LCT safe to buy?

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