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KW56 EXE

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

92,124 mi
Last recorded92,124 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW56 EXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 92,124 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 86,108 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

surface corrosion to various rear suspension components

Pass 21 Feb 2024 85,061 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 85,061 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 83,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 83,445 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 81,729 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 81,729 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Rear silencer (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 80,096 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 80,078 miles

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

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear seat belts not checked

Pass 24 Jan 2020 78,250 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 78,250 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 72,812 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 61,716 miles

Offside Front strut top noisey

Pass 15 Mar 2017 59,764 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,855 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 52,815 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 50,370 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 46,426 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 39,641 miles

wiper blades smear

Fail 13 Jan 2011 32,195 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 32,195 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 24,111 miles

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

both rear tyres treads getting 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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KW56 EXE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol 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 KW56 EXE, 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 KW56 EXE?

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What year was KW56 EXE registered?

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

Is KW56 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW56 EXE 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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