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KP09 APF

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

279,666 mi
Last recorded279,666 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 APF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 279,666 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 170,317 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 170,317 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 165,337 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 161,086 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 158,680 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 156,907 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 153,445 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 148,550 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 142,943 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 138,914 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 138,913 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 132,336 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 132,336 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 115,997 miles

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

Nearside and offside front tyres worn on outer edges

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 May 2012 59,240 miles

Nearside 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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KP09 APF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KP09 APF, 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.

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What year was KP09 APF registered?

KP09 APF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2009.

Is KP09 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP09 APF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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