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KR09 VEH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,366 mi
Last recorded112,366 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 VEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 112,366 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 109,443 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 106,835 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 104,173 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 101,545 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 98,946 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 96,293 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 93,340 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 88,447 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 80,434 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 76,510 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 68,679 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 59,695 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 53,021 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,469 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 48,469 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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 VEH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 KR09 VEH, 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 KR09 VEH?

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What year was KR09 VEH registered?

KR09 VEH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is KR09 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 VEH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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