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HK57 EFU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,087 mi
Last recorded110,087 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 EFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 110,087 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 110,081 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 100,169 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 98,552 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 97,499 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 93,668 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 93,668 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 90,308 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 90,308 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 85,300 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 82,716 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 81,410 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 79,625 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 77,880 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 75,349 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 71,967 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 67,677 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 63,074 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 55,362 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Nov 2010 55,362 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 EFU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 EFU, 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 HK57 EFU?

You can check the full history of HK57 EFU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HK57 EFU registered?

HK57 EFU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is HK57 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK57 EFU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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