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AD57 UML

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,638 mi
Last recorded115,638 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 UML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 115,638 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 106,063 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 103,001 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 99,654 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 99,619 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2022 97,298 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 94,665 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 91,268 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 82,632 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 76,949 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 69,395 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine cover and under tray fitted.

Pass 27 Sep 2016 68,886 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2015 64,584 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2014 58,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Water ingress in both mirror blinkers

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 58,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Water ingress in both mirror blinkers

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 53,155 miles

Both front tyre valve stems cracking

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Oct 2013 53,154 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both front tyre valve stems cracking

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 42,448 miles

Both front disc's corroded on inner edges.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Nov 2010 35,067 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 35,067 miles

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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AD57 UML is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 79,646 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 AD57 UML, 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 19 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 AD57 UML registered?

AD57 UML is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is AD57 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 UML shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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