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PK09 ZNJ

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,578 mi
Last recorded48,578 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK09 ZNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 48,578 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 47,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 36,544 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 36,544 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 34,630 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 34,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both side (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 20,822 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 16,902 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 16,902 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2019 12,670 miles

Front and rear wheels hubs cups fitted time of test

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2019 12,670 miles

Front and rear wheels hubs cups fitted time of test

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 11,250 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 11,249 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 10,266 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 7,613 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 6,372 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 5,224 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2013 4,255 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 3,359 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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PK09 ZNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 PK09 ZNJ, 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 PK09 ZNJ registered?

PK09 ZNJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 August 2009.

Is PK09 ZNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK09 ZNJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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