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KBZ 989

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

177,880 mi
Last recorded177,880 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBZ 989
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2021 177,880 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 161,472 miles

General corrosion at prescribed area + suspension components

Pass 30 Sep 2019 151,294 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside/nearside really close (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2016 73,021 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 61,834 miles

Both rear tyres slightly cracked (No cord)

Engine cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Engine under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Slight cut at offside rear Tyre side wall (no cord )

slight damage to nearside front bumper/ wheel arch lining

Pass 29 Apr 2014 46,898 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2013 36,355 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 35,128 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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KBZ 989 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 KBZ 989, 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 KBZ 989 registered?

KBZ 989 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is KBZ 989 safe to buy?

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