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HK57 DXU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,143 mi
Last recorded138,143 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 DXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 138,143 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 125,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 99,877 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 80,025 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 80,025 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 78,541 miles

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 77,342 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 76,198 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 71,631 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 71,631 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 67,677 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 62,417 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 56,496 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 56,496 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (both) thrust arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 50,128 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 45,234 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 39,002 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)

front wipers smear

Fail 6 Nov 2012 39,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

front wipers smear

Pass 7 Nov 2011 32,657 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 25,409 miles

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

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

sills and underside covered in plastic ;

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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HK57 DXU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HK57 DXU, 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

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What year was HK57 DXU registered?

HK57 DXU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2007.

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