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K1 DSM

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

129,787 mi
Last recorded129,787 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK1 DSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 129,787 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 129,787 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 126,298 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 124,272 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 120,316 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 120,316 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 118,685 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 115,325 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 114,029 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 111,584 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 110,053 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 107,716 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 104,609 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 99,242 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 93,037 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 84,525 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2013 84,555 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2013 84,525 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 84,432 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2012 72,074 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 61,513 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 61,513 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 48,029 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 48,027 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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K1 DSM is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 K1 DSM, 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 K1 DSM registered?

K1 DSM is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2007.

Is K1 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K1 DSM shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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