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LS57 VVY

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,011 mi
Last recorded148,011 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS57 VVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 148,011 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front + Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS/OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Underbody Undersealed

Pass 19 Dec 2024 141,287 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 131,080 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 121,221 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 21 Dec 2022 121,221 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Dec 2021 107,881 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Dec 2021 107,881 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 95,713 miles

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

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Jan 2020 88,532 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Feb 2019 83,580 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 78,413 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Feb 2017 74,037 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Feb 2016 69,627 miles

both rear tyres slight perished

Pass 24 Feb 2015 64,283 miles

Both rear tyres getting low on tread

Front brake pads getting low

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 8 Jan 2014 55,711 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 46,579 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 35,817 miles

small cut in side wall near side front tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2011 25,220 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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LS57 VVY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LS57 VVY, 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 LS57 VVY registered?

LS57 VVY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2007.

Is LS57 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS57 VVY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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