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KY57 XCV

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,594 mi
Last recorded172,594 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY57 XCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 172,594 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (upper front arm) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (upper front arm) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 172,594 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (upper front arm) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (upper front arm) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 172,341 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 164,472 miles

Nearside Front backing plate deteriorated

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 Nov 2024 164,461 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened x3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened x3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 155,012 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 148,504 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 141,538 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 134,235 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 124,308 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 110,211 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 29 Nov 2017 99,114 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 85,534 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 73,773 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 64,337 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2013 55,459 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 44,163 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 38,330 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 38,330 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,283 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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KY57 XCV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XCV, 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 XCV registered?

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

Is KY57 XCV safe to buy?

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