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BT56 VDP

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,321 mi
Last recorded135,321 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 VDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 135,321 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 133,218 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 131,272 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 129,084 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 125,421 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 117,274 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 102,896 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear tyres = n/s 2mm ; o/s 3mm = recommend new.

wiper smear - recommend blades.

Pass 14 Dec 2010 102,896 miles

rear tyres = n/s 2mm ; o/s 3mm = recommend new.

wiper smear - recommend blades.

Pass 22 Dec 2009 84,057 miles

crack in n/s mirror repeater lamp lens (WATER INGRESS)

impact damage to n/s sill = cover broken and body seam bent (anti-corrosion sealer stripped off seam)

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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BT56 VDP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc 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 BT56 VDP, 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 BT56 VDP registered?

BT56 VDP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2007.

Is BT56 VDP safe to buy?

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