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HN09 KZH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

194,313 mi
Last recorded194,313 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN09 KZH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 194,313 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 194,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2024 177,444 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 160,638 miles

engine fan constantly running

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 160,638 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

engine fan constantly running

Pass 2 Aug 2022 133,715 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 133,715 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2021 111,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 102,872 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 97,583 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2018 92,787 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 86,791 miles

Nearside Front low on inner egde

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

Pass 18 May 2016 78,634 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted.

Nearside front tyre wearing on edges.

Nearside rear tyre wearing low (2mm)

Pass 27 May 2015 70,785 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 60,159 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside outer seal loose

Pass 13 May 2013 50,077 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 44,208 miles

osf sill panel damaged and jacking pad missing

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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HN09 KZH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HN09 KZH, 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 HN09 KZH registered?

HN09 KZH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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