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LR57 MXK

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

157,285 mi
Last recorded157,285 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 MXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 157,285 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 148,102 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 120,567 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 120,515 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 5 Sep 2023 120,407 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

front parking light fault

Pass 22 Aug 2022 94,596 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 65,364 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 49,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 44,796 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 43,682 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 41,523 miles

N/S/F AND N/S/R TYRES MINOR CUTS.

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE REPEATER LENSES SLIGHT CONDENSATION.

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR LIPPED. (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 38,997 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 35,919 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 31,790 miles

CRACKING N/S/R TYRE INSIDE TYRE WEAR.

CUTS TO N/S/F TYRE

CUTS TO O/S/R TYRE CRACKING INSIDE TYRE WEAR

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F TYRE CRACKING

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Aug 2014 31,790 miles

CRACKING N/S/R TYRE INSIDE TYRE WEAR.

CUTS TO N/S/F TYRE

CUTS TO O/S/R TYRE CRACKING INSIDE TYRE WEAR

O/S/F TYRE CRACKING

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,781 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 24,809 miles

n/s/f wheel slighty buckled

Pass 12 Sep 2011 21,157 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 15,769 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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LR57 MXK is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LR57 MXK, 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 LR57 MXK registered?

LR57 MXK is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is LR57 MXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 MXK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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