CarVerify

Free Car Check

KN59 OAB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,715 mi
Last recorded105,715 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 OAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 105,715 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 104,077 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 104,077 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 95,227 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 94,968 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Lights compensating other bulbs, dash warnings related (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 position bulb not working(fitted with 2 on each side) (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very close to wear indicator limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 86,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

sill covers /under trays /engine cover

Pass 27 Mar 2017 77,143 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 64,065 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 44,429 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 29,635 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 29,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 20,881 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KN59 OAB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OAB, 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 OAB?

You can check the full history of KN59 OAB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KN59 OAB registered?

KN59 OAB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is KN59 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 OAB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KN59 OAB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KN59 OAB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.