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DK57 VLF

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

90,835 mi
Last recorded90,835 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 VLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 90,835 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray/covers fitted.

tpms fault.

Fail 21 Aug 2024 90,835 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray/covers fitted.

tpms fault.

Pass 18 Aug 2023 89,377 miles

Slight underbody corrosions.

Under tray/covers fitted.

Fail 16 Aug 2023 89,375 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Slight underbody corrosions.

Under tray/covers fitted.

Pass 14 Jul 2022 88,088 miles

covers and under trays fitted

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 13 Jul 2022 88,088 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arms closest to rear of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

covers and under trays fitted

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 10 Aug 2021 86,136 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all rear arms corroded

all underneath from front to rear not checked due to plastic covers

Fail 7 Aug 2021 86,136 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure chunks missing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all rear arms corroded

all underneath from front to rear not checked due to plastic covers

Pass 7 Aug 2020 84,636 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 84,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 82,892 miles

Front to rear brake pipes corroded.

Fail 5 Aug 2019 82,892 miles

Front to rear brake pipes corroded.

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 80,043 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater not working side mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 77,980 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 65,340 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 73,891 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 65,766 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 62,832 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 55,372 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 46,365 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 34,034 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,336 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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DK57 VLF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 DK57 VLF, 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 DK57 VLF registered?

DK57 VLF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is DK57 VLF safe to buy?

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