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FY57 VBT

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

130,485 mi
Last recorded130,485 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 VBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 130,485 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 119,107 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 119,107 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 106,755 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 106,674 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 5,325 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 87,992 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 81,976 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 81,976 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 63,584 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 56,273 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 48,742 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 39,125 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,822 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 34,159 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)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,189 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 24,493 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 20,149 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 15,925 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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FY57 VBT is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FY57 VBT, 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

How do I check the history of FY57 VBT?

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What year was FY57 VBT registered?

FY57 VBT is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2007.

Is FY57 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 VBT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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