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KV09 ZCT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,176 mi
Last recorded119,176 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 119,176 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 119,176 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 116,558 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 116,558 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 112,068 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 102,236 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 95,738 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 95,172 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 91,100 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 87,282 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 71,743 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 60,282 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 50,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 43,437 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 35,954 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 28,193 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 17,376 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 17,376 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 ZCT 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 83.3%.

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 ZCT, 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 ZCT registered?

KV09 ZCT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 April 2009.

Is KV09 ZCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV09 ZCT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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