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KS56 TBV

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,839 mi
Last recorded139,839 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 TBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 139,839 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 139,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 137,233 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 135,077 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 135,077 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 132,165 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 127,012 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2014 122,022 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 115,584 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 108,413 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 108,413 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 100,467 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 88,945 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edgers nail in n/s/r tyre

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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KS56 TBV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KS56 TBV, 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.

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What year was KS56 TBV registered?

KS56 TBV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is KS56 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 TBV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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