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LT09 KNC

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

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Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025
Pass 21 Nov 2024

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 121,165 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 114,850 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 107,596 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 101,474 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 94,975 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 84,871 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 to flexes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 74,343 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all 4 to flexes (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened +offside corroded on inner surface! (3.5.1i)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides VERY near! (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 67,700 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe above rear sub-frame (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2015 54,360 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 45,497 miles

Both front wheel arch brake pipes surface rusty

Fail 20 Nov 2014 45,497 miles

Both front wheel arch brake pipes surface rusty

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 34,844 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 25,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn.

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 KNC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LT09 KNC, 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 LT09 KNC registered?

LT09 KNC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is LT09 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT09 KNC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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