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LJ57 GVZ

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,061 mi
Last recorded136,061 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 GVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 136,061 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 136,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Fail 6 Dec 2014 122,004 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 122,004 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 105,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Dec 2013 105,542 miles

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

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 86,554 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 68,372 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 68,372 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 47,610 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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LJ57 GVZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LJ57 GVZ, 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.

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What year was LJ57 GVZ registered?

LJ57 GVZ is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is LJ57 GVZ safe to buy?

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