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PK09 ZPE

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

161,773 mi
Last recorded161,773 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK09 ZPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 161,773 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 161,249 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 160,609 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 23 Dec 2021 159,896 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 159,887 miles

Nearside Rear Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (9.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 159,021 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 157,177 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 154,934 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 149,265 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 149,265 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 142,182 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 142,016 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 118,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 98,505 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 77,367 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 67,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 ZPE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 ZPE, 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 PK09 ZPE?

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What year was PK09 ZPE registered?

PK09 ZPE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is PK09 ZPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK09 ZPE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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