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KV09 OPJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,600 mi
Last recorded138,600 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 OPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 138,600 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2026 138,581 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2025 132,803 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both edges perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2025 132,801 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both edges perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 124,020 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))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 111,783 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 111,781 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 110,898 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 108,351 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 100,289 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 May 2019 100,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 May 2018 92,034 miles

Both front tyres void of tread on shoulders.

Offside rear tyre worn low on inner shoulder.

Pass 10 May 2017 83,561 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 73,380 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2015 59,859 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 51,664 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 41,650 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,641 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 OPJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OPJ, 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 OPJ registered?

KV09 OPJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is KV09 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 OPJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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