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KV09 URU

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,350 mi
Last recorded96,350 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 URU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 96,350 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 96,318 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 94,765 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 92,901 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 90,968 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking Brake Slightly Weak.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer Side Wall Chunked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front - (DOT 3013). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both Front - (Normal For Merc). (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 88,446 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking Brake Slightly Weak.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front - 2013. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 86,007 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 83,562 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 81,715 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 77,194 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 72,763 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 67,574 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 63,193 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 58,252 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 58,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 51,355 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,010 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 URU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 URU, 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 URU registered?

KV09 URU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2009.

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The MOT history for KV09 URU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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