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DN57 RSV

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

199,812 mi
Last recorded199,812 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN57 RSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 199,812 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 188,214 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 187,670 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 177,017 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 163,993 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 157,185 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn on the limit

Pass 14 Dec 2019 154,848 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Fail 14 Dec 2019 154,848 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicle fitted with under trays and engine covers

Pass 22 Nov 2018 149,489 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 148,644 miles

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

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

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

general underbody corrosion

Fail 19 Dec 2017 148,644 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

general underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Jan 2016 147,718 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 119,824 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 61,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 61,884 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,616 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 30,616 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 22,236 miles

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)

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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DN57 RSV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DN57 RSV, 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 DN57 RSV registered?

DN57 RSV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2007.

Is DN57 RSV safe to buy?

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