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KU09 YLH

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,213 mi
Last recorded132,213 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 YLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 132,213 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 125,813 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 125,813 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 111,902 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 111,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2023 101,715 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 93,706 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 87,174 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 82,593 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 77,716 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 77,716 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2018 72,758 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 69,392 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 66,534 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 59,415 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low performance (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 50,706 miles

Nearside Hand Brake Slightly weak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,905 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 27,864 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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KU09 YLH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU09 YLH, 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 KU09 YLH?

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What year was KU09 YLH registered?

KU09 YLH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is KU09 YLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 YLH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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