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LY57 GZV

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,830 mi
Last recorded88,830 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 GZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 88,830 miles

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

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 88,829 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 85,050 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2024 84,485 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2024 84,485 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2022 83,747 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 77,897 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 75,424 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 75,424 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 73,453 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 72,932 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 72,269 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 69,893 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 66,065 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 66,045 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 59,563 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 59,563 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 53,552 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 49,549 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 41,256 miles

brake warning lamp on dash

nearside front tyre has uneven wear

pads low

Pass 18 Sep 2010 14,130 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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LY57 GZV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LY57 GZV, 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 LY57 GZV registered?

LY57 GZV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is LY57 GZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 GZV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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