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SW55 KMW

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,444 mi
Last recorded39,444 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 KMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 39,444 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 38,414 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 38,413 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 37,406 miles

Front O/S and N/S shock absorber corroded but not excessively

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 37,404 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front O/S and N/S shock absorber corroded but not excessively

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 36,338 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 35,128 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2021 35,128 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 33,304 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 31,541 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage, not to cords at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 30,020 miles

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

N/S/F fog light lense damaged

O/S/R tyre has damage to outer sidewall, not to cords at time of test

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

Pass 25 May 2017 29,173 miles

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

O/S/R tyre has damage to sidewall, not to cords at time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2016 27,589 miles

Nearside rear tyre is worn (3mm)

offside rear tyre has a cut on the outer side wall

Fail 4 May 2016 27,425 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 26 May 2015 25,805 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise o/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 22 May 2014 24,076 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,511 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 21,254 miles

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

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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SW55 KMW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SW55 KMW, 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 SW55 KMW registered?

SW55 KMW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is SW55 KMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 KMW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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