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KW56 CEF

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

125,096 mi
Last recorded125,096 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW56 CEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 125,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 117,590 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 117,536 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 113,857 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 1 Feb 2023 108,965 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jan 2022 102,801 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2022 102,801 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2020 96,852 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Dec 2019 91,054 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 82,558 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 74,491 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Jan 2017 66,365 miles

Central Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jan 2016 57,478 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 50,196 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 43,936 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 43,936 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 37,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 37,527 miles

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 32,266 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 24,617 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 16,708 miles

Nearside 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)

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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KW56 CEF 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 81%.

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 KW56 CEF, 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 KW56 CEF registered?

KW56 CEF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 January 2007.

Is KW56 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW56 CEF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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