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LO09 KHV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,662 mi
Last recorded97,662 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 KHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 97,662 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 97,656 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 92,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 86,825 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 81,882 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 76,063 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 70,858 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 70,848 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 68,737 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 67,799 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 60,824 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 59,014 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Mar 2017 5,266 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 49,516 miles

Front Fog lights damaged

Front wipers have yellow indicators showing

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 43,922 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,624 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 29,249 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,829 miles

nsf tyre 2mm edges

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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LO09 KHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LO09 KHV, 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

How do I check the history of LO09 KHV?

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What year was LO09 KHV registered?

LO09 KHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is LO09 KHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 KHV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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