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KP57 ABU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,601 mi
Last recorded85,601 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP57 ABU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 85,601 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 85,601 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fitted wrong

Pass 10 Jul 2025 84,351 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 84,351 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 82,111 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 79,810 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 77,322 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 73,618 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 71,897 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 68,477 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 64,830 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 59,671 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 59,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55x16 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2016 54,759 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted, obscuring view.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 49,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 46,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 42,647 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 38,172 miles

nearside rear tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Fail 23 Feb 2012 38,172 miles

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

nearside rear tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,377 miles

both n s f & n s r tyres cut on side wall

Pass 25 Oct 2010 30,408 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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KP57 ABU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KP57 ABU, 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 KP57 ABU registered?

KP57 ABU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is KP57 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP57 ABU 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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