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KN59 EXP

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,655 mi
Last recorded156,655 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 EXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 156,655 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 152,812 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 148,251 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 142,645 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower fog light glass broken and large section missing

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

Rear Damage to rear bumper and tailgate (Large area)

SERVICE A5 overdue warning message displaying.

Pass 7 Oct 2021 136,896 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 136,894 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 133,004 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 126,089 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 111,871 miles

Engine cover, Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Exhaust centre clamp corroded.

Small chips in windscreen.

Pass 4 Oct 2017 99,775 miles

Front Tyre is worn on inner and outer edges

Offside Rear Tyre is getting low on tread and is worn inside edge

Pass 18 Oct 2016 87,827 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 73,422 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 63,488 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 51,171 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 38,517 miles

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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KN59 EXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc 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 KN59 EXP, 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 KN59 EXP?

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What year was KN59 EXP registered?

KN59 EXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is KN59 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 EXP 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.

Does KN59 EXP have outstanding finance?

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