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GL07 OYJ

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

157,642 mi
Last recorded157,642 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL07 OYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 157,642 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 142,031 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 127,353 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre not fitted accordance with side wall instructions

Nearside Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 110,344 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy wear on inner surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin est. 2/3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm & worn inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 96,078 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 10 May 2019 68,071 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 3 May 2018 53,679 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 50,414 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 4 May 2017 50,414 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,691 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 46,518 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 44,188 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 40,330 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,573 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 30,492 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 25,858 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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GL07 OYJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GL07 OYJ, 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 GL07 OYJ registered?

GL07 OYJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2007.

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