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FP57 YTU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,047 mi
Last recorded77,047 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP57 YTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2026 77,047 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All round corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 77,022 miles

Front and rear brake discs heavily corroded

Nearside rear tyre wearing to inner edge and perishing

Noise from rear brakes - possible due to corrosion but suggest attention

Pass 4 Oct 2023 77,008 miles

Brake components corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2022 75,540 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 72,284 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 68,826 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 62,757 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 57,169 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Oct 2017 52,432 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 45,185 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 40,963 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 37,041 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 37,041 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 36,218 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 34,190 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 34,190 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 31,201 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2010 25,496 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 25,494 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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FP57 YTU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FP57 YTU, 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 FP57 YTU registered?

FP57 YTU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is FP57 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP57 YTU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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