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LT09 KCK

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,056 mi
Last recorded125,056 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 KCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 125,056 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2025 122,277 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 122,235 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Sep 2024 120,782 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 117,790 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 108,768 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 101,320 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 101,320 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 91,829 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear sub-frame, front most rubber bushes worn close to limit requires attention very soon

Pass 30 Aug 2019 81,921 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 74,486 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 72,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing around outter edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 72,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing around outter edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 69,545 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 69,545 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 67,098 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 64,263 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 62,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 59,582 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 58,420 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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LT09 KCK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT09 KCK, 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.

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What year was LT09 KCK registered?

LT09 KCK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2009.

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