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JAV 840N

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

148,189 mi
Last recorded148,189 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAV 840N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 148,189 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 143,533 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 139,213 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 135,447 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 130,829 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 22 Jun 2020 125,636 miles

ENGINE COVER AND TRAY FITTED OBSCURING VIEW

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

UNDER SILL TRAY FITTED OBSCURING VIEW

Fail 22 Jun 2020 125,636 miles

ENGINE COVER AND TRAY FITTED OBSCURING VIEW

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

UNDER SILL TRAY FITTED OBSCURING VIEW

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 117,825 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 110,424 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2017 102,070 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 94,706 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 88,101 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 82,284 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2013 76,176 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 70,291 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2011 52,278 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 52,273 miles

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

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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JAV 840N is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 JAV 840N, 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 JAV 840N?

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What year was JAV 840N registered?

JAV 840N is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is JAV 840N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAV 840N shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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