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KW09 ABK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,477 mi
Last recorded71,477 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW09 ABK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 71,477 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 71,434 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2025 67,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2025 67,302 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 63,550 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 59,199 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 59,195 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre has cut in sidewall not exposing cords 225/45/17

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 56,782 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 54,877 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 53,600 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 50,942 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 49,786 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 47,441 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,476 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 38,880 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 38,880 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 34,543 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,233 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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KW09 ABK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,597cc petrol 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 KW09 ABK, 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 KW09 ABK registered?

KW09 ABK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is KW09 ABK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW09 ABK 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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