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KS09 LKM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,020 mi
Last recorded125,020 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 125,020 miles

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

front inner brake pads near limit

Fail 9 Dec 2019 125,020 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

front inner brake pads near limit

Pass 27 Feb 2019 114,939 miles

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))

Slight play in lower suspension arms.

n/s/f+o/s/f tyres have 4mm on tread.

Fail 27 Feb 2019 114,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

n/s/f+o/s/f tyres have 4mm on tread.

Pass 23 Mar 2018 94,557 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 94,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 71,792 miles

front and rear brake pads on limit

Pass 29 Mar 2016 63,842 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 56,738 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 3 Apr 2013 36,836 miles

Nearside rear tyre on 3mm

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)

Nearside front (on 2mm + outer edge worn bald almost to cords) Tyre worn close to the legal limit

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 LKM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LKM, 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 LKM registered?

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

Is KS09 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 LKM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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