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KY57 XRU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,941 mi
Last recorded81,941 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 81,941 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mmleft (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 81,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mmleft (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 80,341 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 78,358 miles

Offside Mirror glass deteriorating .

Fail 22 Sep 2023 78,358 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Mirror glass deteriorating .

Pass 29 Sep 2022 76,025 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 74,244 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 72,868 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 70,715 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

center exhaust mount u/s

Pass 14 Sep 2018 68,466 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 68,450 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 64,117 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 59,199 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 53,527 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,554 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 47,554 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 41,546 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 41,546 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,673 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,365 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 19,682 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 XRU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XRU, 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 KY57 XRU?

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What year was KY57 XRU registered?

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

Is KY57 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY57 XRU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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