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LM57 MLU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

122,989 mi
Last recorded122,989 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 MLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 122,989 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 122,987 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2024 115,031 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 109,980 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 109,832 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 102,472 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 94,474 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 89,913 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 84,907 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 79,618 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 73,444 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 68,505 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 61,321 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 56,251 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 48,775 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 41,399 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 41,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 34,689 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 28,810 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 28,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LM57 MLU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LM57 MLU, 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 LM57 MLU registered?

LM57 MLU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is LM57 MLU safe to buy?

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