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KS09 JCU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,220 mi
Last recorded153,220 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 JCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 153,220 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear offside rear aluminum rim bended affecting rotation

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 142,912 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm rear of the two joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 142,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm rear of the two joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 140,549 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 121,573 miles

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

under trays fitted , not allowing a full inspection of some testable items

Fail 27 Jun 2022 121,573 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn furthest rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under trays fitted , not allowing a full inspection of some testable items

Pass 24 Jun 2021 105,455 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 105,455 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 101,888 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 96,725 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 86,824 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 79,274 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 69,560 miles

front n/s & o/s brake pads 75% worn

upper & lower engine covers

Fail 7 Jul 2016 69,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front n/s & o/s brake pads 75% worn

upper & lower engine covers

Pass 3 Jul 2015 61,459 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 49,655 miles

Nearside front tyre near limit

Nearside rear tyre near limit

Offside front tyre near limit

Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,793 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 24,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 JCU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KS09 JCU, 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 JCU registered?

KS09 JCU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is KS09 JCU safe to buy?

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