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FY57 VCC

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,994 mi
Last recorded182,994 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 VCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 182,994 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 182,994 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 167,163 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 167,163 miles

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 161,794 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 155,119 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 149,711 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 143,158 miles

child seats fitted to nearside & offside rear not allowing full inspection of the adult belts

Pass 23 Sep 2014 135,142 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 130,535 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 124,437 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 109,078 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 80,154 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 80,154 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VCC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VCC, 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 VCC?

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What year was FY57 VCC registered?

FY57 VCC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is FY57 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 VCC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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