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KV09 BVT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

72,000 mi
Last recorded72,000 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 BVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 72,000 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 67,668 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 64,748 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 64,748 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2023 60,760 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 60,760 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 56,988 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 53,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 50,639 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 48,124 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2018 44,871 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 40,519 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 38,098 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 36,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2015 36,365 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2014 32,324 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 32,324 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 25,653 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 18,774 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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KV09 BVT 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 KV09 BVT, 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 KV09 BVT registered?

KV09 BVT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2009.

Is KV09 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 BVT 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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