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J222 CJF

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

152,667 mi
Last recorded152,667 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 CJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 152,667 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 123,916 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 123,916 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 91,844 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 85,029 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 83,031 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near side front tyre worn down to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off side front tyre worn down to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 83,002 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near side front tyre worn down to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off side front tyre worn down to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 79,938 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 79,938 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near side front tyre edges bald and very close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off side rear tyre inner edge completely bald and at legal limits (5.2.3 (e))

tyre pressure warning inoperative

Pass 13 Nov 2019 75,679 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 75,679 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 70,273 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 66,035 miles

off side and near side front metal brake pipes rusting next to hoses

Pass 2 Nov 2016 59,989 miles

near side front tyre outer edge wearing low

near side front wheel buckled

off side and near side rear tyres worn down to legal limits and need replacing

off side front tyre inner edge bald and outer edge wearing

Pass 19 Nov 2015 55,671 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 51,439 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 48,057 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 44,351 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 43,333 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 35,990 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 26,845 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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J222 CJF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J222 CJF, 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 J222 CJF registered?

J222 CJF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 November 2007.

Is J222 CJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J222 CJF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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