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KN09 NVL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

167,882 mi
Last recorded167,882 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 NVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 167,882 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 156,323 miles

Exhaust system rear heat shield slightly insecure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 152,655 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 146,604 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

front tyres worn uneven

heat sheild above rear exhaust box inscure

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 25 Mar 2021 139,225 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several pipes starting to corrode at ends by flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

both front and n/s/rear tyre worn uneven

under trays fittted unable to check some components

Pass 31 Mar 2020 136,149 miles

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Fail 31 Mar 2020 136,149 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect low and very dull odd pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front tyre only just legal day of test bald outer starting to peel

Offside Front tyre badly perished worn uneven

Offside Rear bald inner on wear bars

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 2 Apr 2019 125,974 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 111,947 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 96,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,235 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 64,454 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 53,458 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 42,702 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 33,973 miles

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

o/s/f tyre tread distorted

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 NVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NVL, 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 NVL?

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What year was KN09 NVL registered?

KN09 NVL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is KN09 NVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN09 NVL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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