CarVerify

Free Car Check

KR09 VFN

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

169,998 mi
Last recorded169,998 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 VFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 169,998 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 163,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 158,017 miles

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

both front to rear metal brake pipes corroded near rear subframe

Pass 2 Feb 2023 153,891 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jan 2022 148,505 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 145,769 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 144,092 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm left worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge 5mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 136,720 miles

under shields + engine covers fitted.

Fail 18 Jan 2019 136,718 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 127,851 miles

UNDER SHEILDS + ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

Pass 25 Jul 2017 119,427 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 119,427 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 96,619 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 96,609 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine management light on

Pass 18 Sep 2014 79,305 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 79,305 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 59,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 1 Jul 2013 59,537 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside reverse lamp inop

Pass 31 Aug 2012 50,613 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)

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KR09 VFN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 VFN, 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 VFN?

You can check the full history of KR09 VFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KR09 VFN registered?

KR09 VFN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is KR09 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 VFN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR09 VFN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KR09 VFN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.