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OV07 ARU

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

98,598 mi
Last recorded98,598 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV07 ARU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 98,598 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 96,308 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 96,307 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arms inner bushes (straight arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 86,330 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Plastic covers fitted to both rear lower suspension arms

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 86,329 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Plastic covers fitted to both rear lower suspension arms

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 76,826 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 68,997 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 63,006 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 60,224 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 56,756 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 53,971 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 49,853 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 45,882 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 41,399 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 36,997 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 32,399 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 27,636 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 22,755 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,442 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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OV07 ARU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OV07 ARU, 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.

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What year was OV07 ARU registered?

OV07 ARU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is OV07 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV07 ARU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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