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EX09 KVJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

144,104 mi
Last recorded144,104 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 KVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 144,104 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 137,198 miles

under cover tray/sills/engine/fitted

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view tiny chip on windscreen bottom (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 130,103 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/r lamp cracked

o/s/r side light slightly dim

Fail 19 Apr 2018 130,062 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 121,765 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2017 121,765 miles

Offside Inner Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 95,174 miles

large under tray

Fail 12 Mar 2016 95,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

large under tray

Pass 11 Sep 2014 73,722 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,511 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 28,652 miles

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

Front brake discs slightly corroded

N/S/F tyre has damage to outer side wall

N/S/F tyre scrubbing on outer edge

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear 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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EX09 KVJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol 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 EX09 KVJ, 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

How do I check the history of EX09 KVJ?

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What year was EX09 KVJ registered?

EX09 KVJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is EX09 KVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 KVJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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