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KS09 CFV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

147,707 mi
Last recorded147,707 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 CFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 147,707 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 137,970 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 137,660 miles

All tyres perishing slightly

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 135,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 135,557 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main centre pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded main centre pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 134,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main center (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main center (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 134,941 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner side wall badly perished and spit, showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner side wall badly perished and spit, showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main center (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main center (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 132,690 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 130,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Nov 2019 130,499 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 123,209 miles

offside rear position lamp has 1 of 2 bulbs not working

Fail 21 Nov 2018 123,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulging the entire circumference of the inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

offside rear position lamp has 1 of 2 bulbs not working

Pass 26 Oct 2017 113,423 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 157,293 miles

Front brake discs worn

Pass 12 Nov 2015 82,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 82,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 66,586 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 48,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 31,604 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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KS09 CFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KS09 CFV, 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

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What year was KS09 CFV registered?

KS09 CFV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2009.

Is KS09 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 CFV 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.

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