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KN59 WDS

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,425 mi
Last recorded104,425 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 WDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 104,425 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 103,030 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 99,517 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 93,662 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 87,915 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm bush small split and oil stain (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated perished and cracked (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2022 87,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm bush small split and oil stain (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated perished and cracked (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 82,685 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 75,421 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 64,262 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 50,419 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2016 49,139 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front most inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front most inner (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 47,004 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 42,754 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 42,754 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 39,250 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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KN59 WDS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WDS, 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 KN59 WDS registered?

KN59 WDS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2009.

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