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KY57 GHJ

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,937 mi
Last recorded155,937 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY57 GHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2022 155,937 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Nov 2021 241,512 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2021 241,329 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 145,507 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 145,507 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 138,031 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 127,187 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre trad splitting and perished and bald on edges of tread

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

Offside Front tyre tread splitting and perished

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

Pass 18 Oct 2017 119,472 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chip damage (8.3.1a)

advise covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills

Pass 12 Oct 2016 111,177 miles

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2016 111,177 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK TOP AND BOTTOM BOOTS (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 102,405 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2014 93,847 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)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 93,847 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 80,367 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 67,108 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 58,999 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 47,449 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

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KY57 GHJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KY57 GHJ, 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 KY57 GHJ registered?

KY57 GHJ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is KY57 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY57 GHJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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