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KU57 PTX

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

92,223 mi
Last recorded92,223 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU57 PTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 92,223 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2026 92,113 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak lambda reading high (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 89,535 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 89,529 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 89,452 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 89,440 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above diff (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 86,215 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 86,215 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 86,210 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning cannot be seen from rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 79,305 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 79,303 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 71,649 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2021 71,649 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 66,798 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020 66,798 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 63,473 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 58,983 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 53,447 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 53,447 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 43,336 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 35,381 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 31,485 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 27,543 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 27,543 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 24,841 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 22,011 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2010 17,094 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2010 17,094 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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KU57 PTX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 KU57 PTX, 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 KU57 PTX?

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What year was KU57 PTX registered?

KU57 PTX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is KU57 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU57 PTX shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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