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FA07 ZFR

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,651 mi
Last recorded151,651 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA07 ZFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 151,651 miles

Front brake discs are very lipped

Offside Front tyer worn to bald on inner and outer edges

Fail 2 Sep 2017 151,647 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

front brake discs are very worn

rear rake discs are corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2016 125,884 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 105,592 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 93,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 93,132 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 81,037 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear brake discs appear worn

Pass 9 Jul 2012 69,684 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 55,096 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 41,842 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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FA07 ZFR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FA07 ZFR, 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 FA07 ZFR registered?

FA07 ZFR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 July 2007.

Is FA07 ZFR safe to buy?

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