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AK57 TOU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

182,418 mi
Last recorded182,418 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 TOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 182,418 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 182,418 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2018 182,416 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

slight smoke on tick over

Fail 12 Jan 2018 180,026 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 153,804 miles

anti roll bar drop link lower gater split

Pass 30 Oct 2015 131,279 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 128,770 miles

adjusted both headlamp aims for m.o.t

Fail 17 Jan 2015 128,770 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

adjusted both headlamp aims for m.o.t

Pass 18 Jan 2014 112,631 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 112,513 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 97,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 77,784 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 24 Aug 2010 50,879 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 50,879 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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AK57 TOU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 AK57 TOU, 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 AK57 TOU registered?

AK57 TOU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is AK57 TOU safe to buy?

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