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KS56 UPY

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

116,792 mi
Last recorded116,792 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 UPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 116,792 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 116,107 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 114,093 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 111,482 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 106,229 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 97,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front washer jet weak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 88,989 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 898,657 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 88,654 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 85,711 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 82,700 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge slightly

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 75,814 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 62,802 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 51,850 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 43,010 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

REAR TYRES GETTING LOW ON TREAD

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Jan 2012 34,020 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/S/F WIPER SMEARING

REAR TYRES GETTING LOW ON TREAD

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2011 22,668 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 18,830 miles

full underbody shields fitted

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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 UPY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KS56 UPY, 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

How do I check the history of KS56 UPY?

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What year was KS56 UPY registered?

KS56 UPY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2007.

Is KS56 UPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 UPY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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