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KN09 TVZ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,650 mi
Last recorded98,650 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 TVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 98,650 miles

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

corrosion to suspension components

Fail 24 Nov 2025 98,650 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

corrosion to suspension components

Pass 9 Nov 2024 98,188 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2023 156,550 miles

Front under tray

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 98,137 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 150,020 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 138,727 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 129,227 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 118,748 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 66,270 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 66,270 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load Was not present, found under seat. (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 54,176 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EGDES

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

UNDER TRAYS & SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 28 Aug 2015 46,383 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 34,319 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 34,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 19,972 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,132 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 13,711 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 TVZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TVZ, 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 KN09 TVZ registered?

KN09 TVZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is KN09 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN09 TVZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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