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LX57 VDC

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

158,912 mi
Last recorded158,912 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 VDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 158,912 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 158,910 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working Both Sides (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2021 146,299 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))

under trays

Pass 4 Dec 2020 135,084 miles

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

Rear suspension bushes slightly worn

Pass 27 Nov 2019 118,269 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 118,269 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 110,232 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 110,232 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 102,566 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 93,535 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 84,501 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 84,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 74,054 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 68,585 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 60,895 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 42,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 29,639 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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LX57 VDC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LX57 VDC, 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 LX57 VDC registered?

LX57 VDC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is LX57 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX57 VDC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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