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RF56 ZZC

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,422 mi
Last recorded113,422 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 ZZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 113,422 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 113,422 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 99,808 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 83,596 miles

n/s door is damged

Pass 3 Mar 2015 68,154 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 53,081 miles

n/s/r tyre tread low at inner edge

o/s/r tyre tread low at centre section

Fail 28 Feb 2014 53,081 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/r tyre tread low at inner edge

o/s/r tyre tread low at centre section

Pass 15 Feb 2013 35,954 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 35,954 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 28,449 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 21,406 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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RF56 ZZC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RF56 ZZC, 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

How do I check the history of RF56 ZZC?

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What year was RF56 ZZC registered?

RF56 ZZC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 February 2007.

Is RF56 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF56 ZZC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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