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KS09 ZYT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

105,730 mi
Last recorded105,730 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 105,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 7 Nov 2025 105,695 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 16 Oct 2024 95,403 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 89,301 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 82,273 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 75,556 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 72,703 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 69,061 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 63,389 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 57,993 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 52,474 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 46,487 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 40,100 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,688 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 33,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2013 33,646 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 33,596 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 33,596 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 27,610 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 ZYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZYT, 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 ZYT?

You can check the full history of KS09 ZYT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KS09 ZYT registered?

KS09 ZYT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2009.

Is KS09 ZYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 ZYT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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