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A9 KDX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,139 mi
Last recorded94,139 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 KDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 94,139 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 91,365 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 88,843 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 85,716 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 82,919 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 80,463 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 76,153 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 73,784 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 69,486 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 69,486 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 64,201 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 51,825 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 38,293 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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A9 KDX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 71,143 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 A9 KDX, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 KDX?

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What year was A9 KDX registered?

A9 KDX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is A9 KDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 KDX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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