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KM09 DHP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,830 mi
Last recorded73,830 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM09 DHP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 73,830 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2024 71,884 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2024 71,884 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 68,810 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 65,952 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2021 62,782 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 59,502 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 56,037 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 56,032 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front brske pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure has a cord exposed and tyre below limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2018 53,278 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 53,278 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 51,166 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 51,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2016 49,615 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 45,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2015 45,229 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 39,588 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 34,334 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 26,213 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 26,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front main beam bulb incorectly fitted

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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KM09 DHP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KM09 DHP, 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 KM09 DHP registered?

KM09 DHP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2009.

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