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KS09 VZH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,943 mi
Last recorded108,943 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 VZH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 108,943 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 108,943 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 105,387 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 101,538 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2023 101,537 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 94,826 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2022 94,826 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 87,890 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 82,656 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 78,209 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to wear on outer edges.

Pass 4 Jul 2018 72,834 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))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 66,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn low on its outer edge

Fail 14 Jul 2017 66,722 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn low on its outer edge

Pass 20 Jul 2016 60,207 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 60,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 56,120 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 49,071 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2014 49,071 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2013 42,292 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 34,024 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 34,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 VZH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VZH, 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 KS09 VZH?

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What year was KS09 VZH registered?

KS09 VZH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2009.

Is KS09 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 VZH shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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