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BF57 ABX

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,973 mi
Last recorded142,973 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 ABX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 142,973 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 140,162 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 122,677 miles

Child seat fitted

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 102,245 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 97,892 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Aug 2012 92,301 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 92,301 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 76,404 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 65,019 miles

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

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

front and rear brake discs worn

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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BF57 ABX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BF57 ABX, 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.

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What year was BF57 ABX registered?

BF57 ABX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is BF57 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF57 ABX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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