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K1 LKA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,672 mi
Last recorded38,672 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 LKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 38,672 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 36,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,464 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 30,401 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 Jun 2022 27,646 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 26,164 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 25,424 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 24,633 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jun 2018 22,492 miles

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

Pass 19 Jun 2017 20,183 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,282 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underside covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,942 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 15,387 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 14,013 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,628 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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K1 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K1 LKA, 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 K1 LKA registered?

K1 LKA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is K1 LKA safe to buy?

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