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KV09 RXK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

100,453 mi
Last recorded100,453 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 RXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 100,453 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 100,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 slightly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 96,133 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 92,055 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2022 92,051 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Converted to HID (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible converted to HID (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Door card missing

Pass 15 Dec 2021 84,585 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Offside & Nearside rear wheel noisy (Suspect Brake linings worn or have become detached) Roller brake test efficiency passed

Fail 13 Dec 2021 84,578 miles

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside & Nearside front to rear (Running across body) (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Offside & Nearside rear wheel noisy (Suspect Brake linings worn or have become detached) Roller brake test efficiency passed

Parking brake Efficiency only just met 16%. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 18 Nov 2020 79,844 miles

Rear exhaust box heat shield insecure

Pass 22 May 2019 74,170 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 69,329 miles

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 9 May 2017 62,575 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 May 2017 62,569 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2016 55,312 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 45,607 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 41,605 miles

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

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

Parking brake adjustment required

Pass 9 Apr 2013 33,995 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 24,873 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Apr 2012 24,812 miles

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

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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 RXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 RXK, 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.

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What year was KV09 RXK registered?

KV09 RXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 May 2009.

Is KV09 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 RXK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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