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KN09 CZS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,616 mi
Last recorded151,616 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 CZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 151,616 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 139,782 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2024 133,640 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2023 128,721 miles

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

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2022 124,717 miles

covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 17 Mar 2021 121,012 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded - to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded - to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn - front most arms - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers/undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

knocking noise from front of vehicle - further investigation required

Pass 5 Mar 2020 118,661 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2019 108,039 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2019 108,038 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2018 96,787 miles

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

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

both front tyres slight wear outer edges

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 86,191 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 76,180 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 68,245 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 58,203 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 46,007 miles

Oil leak

Small chips in windscreen

Pass 14 Mar 2012 37,192 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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KN09 CZS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 KN09 CZS, 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

How do I check the history of KN09 CZS?

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What year was KN09 CZS registered?

KN09 CZS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is KN09 CZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN09 CZS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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