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KNZ 262

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

91,716 mi
Last recorded91,716 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNZ 262
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2024 91,716 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to condition of rear suspension (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached mounting to subframe for trailing arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arms inner bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear arm inner bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 12 Dec 2023 87,614 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 83,086 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 79,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 76,118 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides tread depth at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Fail 10 Dec 2020 76,118 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides to outer flexis (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides tread depth at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 12 Jun 2019 65,140 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Engine under tray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Under body covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 17 Oct 2017 50,691 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Engine under tray fitted preventing inspection of some components

Under body trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 17 Oct 2017 50,691 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe to caliper flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Engine under tray fitted preventing inspection of some components

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under body trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,861 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,309 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 27,920 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,370 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 22,665 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 19,190 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 16,239 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 5 Aug 2010 16,239 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres worn on outer edges

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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KNZ 262 is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KNZ 262, 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 KNZ 262 registered?

KNZ 262 is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is KNZ 262 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNZ 262 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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