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KV09 HHT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

86,258 mi
Last recorded86,258 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 HHT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 86,258 miles

driver door difficult too open from inside

Pass 2 Jul 2024 84,953 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 81,179 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL metal pipes corroded and the connections to flexi-pipes except one line on abs pump. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jul 2023 81,179 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL metal pipes corroded and the connections to flexi-pipes except one line on abs pump. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2022 77,672 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 74,165 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front inner door handle poor operation

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 71,900 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 64,267 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 59,771 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 55,464 miles

horn weak

Pass 1 Apr 2016 50,726 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 44,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2014 36,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

os/f tyre worn on inner side

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,796 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,277 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 HHT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KV09 HHT, 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 HHT registered?

KV09 HHT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 April 2009.

Is KV09 HHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 HHT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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