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FX56 LXE

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,191 mi
Last recorded126,191 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX56 LXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2022 126,191 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 119,489 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 119,489 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 112,046 miles

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

wipers worn

Fail 24 Mar 2020 112,046 miles

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

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

wipers worn

Pass 11 Apr 2019 103,402 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 103,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust bracket corroded off system secure

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 18 Apr 2018 95,114 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 87,591 miles

rear brake pads low

wipers worn

Pass 23 Apr 2016 80,252 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 71,217 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 62,451 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 52,840 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 41,164 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 21 Feb 2011 31,145 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 21,118 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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FX56 LXE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FX56 LXE, 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 FX56 LXE registered?

FX56 LXE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 February 2007.

Is FX56 LXE safe to buy?

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