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KR09 BYH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

101,186 mi
Last recorded101,186 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 BYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 101,186 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 94,625 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 89,227 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 89,227 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF tyre worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF tyre worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 77,111 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 77,111 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 63,336 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 60,463 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 60,463 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 56,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 51,630 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre cut but not to cord

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 8 Jul 2017 51,630 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre cut but not to cord

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 44,435 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2015 37,236 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,752 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 31,748 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 24,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 18,557 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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KR09 BYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KR09 BYH, 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 KR09 BYH registered?

KR09 BYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2009.

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