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FV07 FWC

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

135,963 mi
Last recorded135,963 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 FWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 135,963 miles

Both front wheels bearings have slight play

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection

Front and rear brake pipes corroded

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 10 Dec 2024 129,647 miles

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

Front and rear brake pipes corroded

Front brake discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Dec 2023 124,816 miles

Engine covers, undertrays & sill covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Front and rear brake pipes corroded

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2022 120,286 miles

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

Mot carried out in wet & frosty conditions

Rear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

Fail 13 Dec 2022 120,286 miles

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

Mot carried out in wet & frosty conditions

Rear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 115,375 miles

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

Rear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

Fail 7 Dec 2021 115,375 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pipes are corroded / covered in grease or other materials

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 108,060 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 108,060 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 94,644 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2018 81,497 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2017 74,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 74,230 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rear joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 69,497 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 62,914 miles

slight outer wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 2 Dec 2014 56,114 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 56,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 49,069 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 41,696 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 34,737 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 28,765 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,887 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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FV07 FWC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 FV07 FWC, 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 FV07 FWC registered?

FV07 FWC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is FV07 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 FWC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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