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KU07 EMW

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

81,530 mi
Last recorded81,530 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU07 EMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 81,530 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 81,530 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2020 79,619 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 79,618 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 77,649 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 73,581 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 73,580 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged running flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre side wall perished

Pass 11 Dec 2017 69,683 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 65,142 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 61,064 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 61,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering pivot point has excessive play rack drumstick end (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 57,114 miles

fresh impact damage to offside rear bumper (reorted to supervisor before test commenced)

near side rear brake pipe treated

Fail 30 Dec 2014 57,114 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fresh impact damage to offside rear bumper (reorted to supervisor before test commenced)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 53,007 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2014 53,006 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 48,503 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 46,276 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 46,225 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2011 37,726 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 26,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil level low

Fail 18 Aug 2010 26,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil level low

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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KU07 EMW is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU07 EMW, 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 KU07 EMW?

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What year was KU07 EMW registered?

KU07 EMW is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2007.

Is KU07 EMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU07 EMW shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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