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KY09 RVT

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,529 mi
Last recorded156,529 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY09 RVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 156,529 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 143,165 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2022 143,165 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (245/40zr17) (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (225/45R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (225/45R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal minimum !.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 134,123 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 121,558 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2020 121,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 111,137 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 93,320 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 77,023 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 63,459 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 46,522 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 39,049 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 36,032 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 31,599 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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KY09 RVT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KY09 RVT, 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 KY09 RVT registered?

KY09 RVT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is KY09 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY09 RVT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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