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RJ57 VUR

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,832 mi
Last recorded98,832 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 VUR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 98,832 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2024 152,679 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2023 149,357 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 149,353 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 91,008 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 89,602 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 89,595 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 88,407 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 86,142 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 86,134 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 87,200 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 87,200 miles

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 81,273 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 78,651 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,550 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 75,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 64,706 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 52,292 miles

front discs and pads look slightly low

front wipers slightly poor

rear pads look slightly low

Pass 18 Oct 2011 37,666 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,853 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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RJ57 VUR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ57 VUR, 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 RJ57 VUR registered?

RJ57 VUR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is RJ57 VUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ57 VUR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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