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KU09 ZKM

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

101,008 mi
Last recorded101,008 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 ZKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 101,008 miles

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

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

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

both front wheel bearings slight play

fuel filter area slightly damp- no leak

parking brake performance slightly low

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2024 93,767 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 85,228 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 84,186 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 81,719 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 79,517 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 18 Nov 2019 77,617 miles

Front disc lipped

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 74,978 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 71,248 miles

Front front break pipes corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2017 71,248 miles

Front front break pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 67,062 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 67,062 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 58,364 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 54,198 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 47,964 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 42,689 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 35,228 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 35,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 ZKM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KU09 ZKM, 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 ZKM registered?

KU09 ZKM is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is KU09 ZKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 ZKM 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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