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KW07 VHY

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

148,611 mi
Last recorded148,611 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW07 VHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 148,611 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Fail 15 Aug 2026 148,500 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 145,204 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 137,310 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 128,188 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 128,178 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 116,944 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 116,690 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 109,462 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 106,698 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges 225/45/17 Y

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 105,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 Y 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 105,002 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 Y 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 96,183 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 83,438 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 83,438 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 77,451 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 71,883 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer side wall damage

Fail 13 Jul 2015 71,883 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer side wall damage

Pass 15 Jul 2014 67,505 miles

both rear tyres getting low on inner edges

front brake discs lipped and unevenly worn

front brake pads getting low

slight damge to n/s rear light lense

slight lip rear brake discs

Pass 1 Aug 2013 63,670 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 57,944 miles

front brake disc lipped and slightly scored.

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres wearing on both inner and outter tread edges.

Pass 13 Jul 2011 48,289 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 40,300 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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KW07 VHY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KW07 VHY, 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 KW07 VHY?

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What year was KW07 VHY registered?

KW07 VHY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2007.

Is KW07 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW07 VHY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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