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KU09 ZKL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

155,328 mi
Last recorded155,328 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 ZKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 155,328 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2025 146,683 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2024 141,305 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 136,488 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 131,756 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 115,446 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 115,446 miles

Central Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 96,804 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 96,804 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 88,728 miles

Nearside Front metal brake pipe corroded no leaks

Nearside Rear metal brake pipe where it joins flexi hose heavily corroded

Offside Front headlight beam image weak

Offside Front metal brake pipe corroded no leaks

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear metal cross over brake pipe corroded no leaks

Pass 19 Feb 2018 80,072 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 68,917 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 68,917 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 57,594 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 46,511 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 35,174 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 31,767 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 31,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

offside front tyre has sidewall damage, and wearing badly on outer edge

Pass 6 Mar 2012 23,472 miles

Advise:both rear tyres 2mm tread & both have sidewall damage

Advise:n/s/f tyre sidewall damage

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 ZKL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ZKL, 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 KU09 ZKL registered?

KU09 ZKL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is KU09 ZKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 ZKL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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