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ML57 SMU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,894 mi
Last recorded55,894 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML57 SMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 55,894 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 55,894 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 54,622 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 53,115 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2023 53,115 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 51,758 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 50,989 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 50,267 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 49,660 miles

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

slight fluctuation on offside rear brake

Pass 10 Dec 2018 48,906 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner wear (5.2.3 (e))

Slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Dec 2017 47,772 miles

offside rear tyre tread low on edge

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2016 44,507 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 40,538 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 36,844 miles

Cracks in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 19 Dec 2013 34,032 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 31,555 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 28,821 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 23,666 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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ML57 SMU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 ML57 SMU, 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 ML57 SMU registered?

ML57 SMU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is ML57 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML57 SMU 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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