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KT57 PCU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

168,343 mi
Last recorded168,343 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT57 PCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 168,343 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2026 168,343 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 150,523 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 140,909 miles

Corrosion around rear axle mounts - unable to fully inspect limited view and access

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 140,730 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle insecure bracket broken (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 132,921 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jan 2022 125,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 115,206 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Jan 2021 115,148 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 97,464 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 74,706 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2019 74,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

parking brake only just met requirements

Pass 26 Jan 2018 72,299 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 69,997 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,583 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 63,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 23 Jan 2014 60,149 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front wheel bearing slight play

Pass 29 Jan 2013 57,445 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 53,683 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 53,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 50,287 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 44,536 miles

both front tyres worn on outside edge,n/s/r tyre worn

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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KT57 PCU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KT57 PCU, 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 KT57 PCU registered?

KT57 PCU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is KT57 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT57 PCU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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