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KV09 FXA

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,720 mi
Last recorded98,720 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 FXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 98,720 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 95,131 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 95,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 90,824 miles

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 87,774 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 82,162 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2018 76,981 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 72,074 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 66,932 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable components

Fail 3 May 2016 66,932 miles

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable components

Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,195 miles

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Both rear tyres are on legal limit (o/s nailed & n/s torn deep enough to see cords).

Fail 29 Apr 2015 58,195 miles

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Both rear tyres are on legal limit (o/s nailed & n/s torn deep enough to see cords).

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 45,115 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 36,175 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 28,868 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,868 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 FXA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FXA, 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 FXA registered?

KV09 FXA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is KV09 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 FXA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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