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BF57 WAE

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

173,552 mi
Last recorded173,552 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 WAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 173,552 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 173,552 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 168,521 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 163,441 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 163,441 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 158,707 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 19 Nov 2021 151,932 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 151,918 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 146,507 miles

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

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

Park brake requires service or repair

Pass 20 Nov 2019 144,349 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 141,378 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 134,629 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 131,003 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 131,003 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 127,003 miles

both front tyres wearing thin on outer edges

Fail 7 Oct 2015 126,953 miles

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

both front tyres wearing thin on outer edges

Pass 2 Oct 2013 118,118 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 108,661 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 82,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

rear tyres tread low

Pass 7 Oct 2010 28,048 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,694 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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BF57 WAE 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 76.2%.

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 WAE, 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 BF57 WAE registered?

BF57 WAE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2007.

Is BF57 WAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF57 WAE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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