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SM09 KZL

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

287,873 mi
Last recorded287,873 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 KZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 287,873 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

subframe corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2025 256,784 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 227,648 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 227,645 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 197,500 miles

Offside Front Undulation on inner tread

Fail 15 Feb 2023 197,497 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Undulation on inner tread

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 165,124 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 165,123 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 130,561 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 130,559 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2020 94,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 66,733 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 66,667 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 61,975 miles

Offside Rear TYRE splitting

Fail 7 Jul 2017 61,973 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear TYRE splitting

Pass 16 Jul 2016 57,159 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 57,159 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 51,583 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 51,583 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2014 46,128 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

both front tyres badly perished , recommend replacing

Pass 17 Jul 2013 41,265 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,125 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake fluid level at midway point,advise inspection

some lipping on front brake discs

some/slight play/movement felt in both front wheel bearings

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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SM09 KZL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SM09 KZL, 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 SM09 KZL registered?

SM09 KZL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 June 2009.

Is SM09 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 KZL shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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