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OV57 FZY

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,030 mi
Last recorded73,030 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 FZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 73,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

undertrays fitted covering various testable items

Pass 29 Oct 2024 63,198 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2024 61,814 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 May 2024 99,480 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 59,455 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 56,923 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 55,090 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 53,769 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both / next pad change (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover + under tray fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2018 50,459 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 49,213 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,439 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 44,677 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 41,126 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 36,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 31,959 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 26,814 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 23,833 miles

advise both rear tyres

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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OV57 FZY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 OV57 FZY, 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 OV57 FZY registered?

OV57 FZY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is OV57 FZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV57 FZY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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