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KP09 FKB

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,013 mi
Last recorded126,013 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 FKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 126,013 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 126,012 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 122,744 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 119,753 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 119,753 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 112,852 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 108,720 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 101,905 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 88,770 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 73,465 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 73,465 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 67,682 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 67,682 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 61,752 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished & cracked (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 56,535 miles

Both rear tyres cracked/perished.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 53,624 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 47,067 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,147 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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KP09 FKB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KP09 FKB, 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 FKB registered?

KP09 FKB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is KP09 FKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP09 FKB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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