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KS07 LCU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

158,626 mi
Last recorded158,626 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS07 LCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 158,626 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 156,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside+nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive + component (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside+nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 155,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases + corrode (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside+nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside+nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all rear component build up corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2022 153,118 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear build up corrosion to subframe suspension assembly

nearside and offside head light reflectors slightly burned

Fail 28 Nov 2022 153,113 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear build up corrosion to subframe suspension assembly

Pass 22 Nov 2021 150,759 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 150,758 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 149,299 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 149,298 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 147,629 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective offside+nearside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 145,116 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 142,294 miles

Offside Front tyre cracked

Fail 11 Nov 2017 142,241 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not aimed to windscreen (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre cracked

Pass 20 Sep 2016 139,053 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 137,124 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 134,203 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 125,211 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 107,555 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 92,345 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 69,652 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 54,094 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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KS07 LCU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 KS07 LCU, 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 KS07 LCU registered?

KS07 LCU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is KS07 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS07 LCU 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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