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GY07 RVU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,859 mi
Last recorded77,859 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY07 RVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 77,859 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 2mm to brake disc lip. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (205/55R16)

Pass 10 Jul 2025 73,607 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Washer jet not working.

Fail 9 Jul 2025 73,603 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Washer jet not working.

Pass 9 Jul 2024 66,354 miles

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

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2024 66,351 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 59,232 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 59,231 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 50,910 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 42,620 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 42,620 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 34,735 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 32,198 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 30,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 30,820 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 29,448 miles

all tyre walls perished

splash shields / engine covers fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2017 29,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyre walls perished

splash shields / engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2016 28,885 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,863 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both nearside tyres have damaged sidewalls

Pass 16 Jun 2014 26,996 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all four tyres perished

nearside front tyre has damaged sidewall

Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,732 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 23,976 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 22,560 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 19,535 miles

n/s/f tyre tread low outer edge

stone damage screen

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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GY07 RVU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GY07 RVU, 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 GY07 RVU?

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What year was GY07 RVU registered?

GY07 RVU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2007.

Is GY07 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY07 RVU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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