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FG07 XLJ

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

124,255 mi
Last recorded124,255 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG07 XLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 124,255 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 117,842 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON MIN LIMIT replacement recommended. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON MIN LIMIT replacement recommended. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 113,482 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 113,421 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pads appear to be worn low, further investigation recommended.

Pass 5 Dec 2022 109,314 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 105,460 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyres wearing on the edges of the tread.

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 105,420 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyres wearing on the edges of the tread.

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 100,590 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake pads appear to be worn low, further investigation recommended

Pass 10 Dec 2019 96,797 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 96,797 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour Offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside front lower, rear of2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 91,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BORDERLINE (4.4.3 (a))

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 11 Dec 2017 87,871 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 84,061 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 76,506 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both camber arm bushes some delamination (2.4.F.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both castor arm bushes some cracking (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 69,238 miles

n/b cuts in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

n/b n/s/f tyre worn low on edges scrubbed out on outer edge.

Fail 30 Jan 2014 62,031 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 62,031 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 51,426 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 45,482 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 32,861 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 24,312 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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FG07 XLJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FG07 XLJ, 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 FG07 XLJ registered?

FG07 XLJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is FG07 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG07 XLJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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