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FL57 AEC

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,321 mi
Last recorded153,321 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL57 AEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 153,321 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 153,308 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2020 147,144 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2020 147,140 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 139,314 miles

Couple of minor stone chips in the front windscreen in zone A & B

Engine cover, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Engine is smoking slightly on tick over but not excessively

Oil leak / water leak in the engine Bay Area

front & rear registration plates are faded / deteriorated not likely to be misread

Fail 23 Feb 2019 139,314 miles

Couple of minor stone chips in the front windscreen in zone A & B

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Engine cover, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Engine is smoking slightly on tick over but not excessively

Oil leak / water leak in the engine Bay Area

front & rear registration plates are faded / deteriorated not likely to be misread

Pass 3 Mar 2018 128,556 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 119,101 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Feb 2016 111,409 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 98,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 98,589 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 85,984 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 68,096 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 52,372 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front tyre sidewall damaged,not showing cords

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 46,265 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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FL57 AEC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FL57 AEC, 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 FL57 AEC registered?

FL57 AEC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2007.

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