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KM59 ZKC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

172,213 mi
Last recorded172,213 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM59 ZKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 172,213 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 167,099 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 165,583 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 165,583 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 161,198 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2021 156,600 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 148,763 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 144,408 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 125,781 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 96,356 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 64,506 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 56,809 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,037 miles

both front tyres splitting between treads

Pass 14 May 2014 39,453 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 37,144 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 32,109 miles

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

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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KM59 ZKC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KM59 ZKC, 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 KM59 ZKC registered?

KM59 ZKC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2009.

Is KM59 ZKC safe to buy?

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