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SD57 ULP

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

120,191 mi
Last recorded120,191 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD57 ULP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 120,191 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4

exhaust emissions to clean to record

Pass 15 Apr 2022 119,994 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

exhaust emissions to clean to record

Fail 15 Apr 2022 119,994 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 ()

exhaust emissions to clean to record

Pass 1 Dec 2020 117,790 miles

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch both ()

dsm cant detect any smoke

engine cover and undertray obscure testable items

Fail 28 Oct 2020 117,723 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged insecure as is brake hose (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

service light on dash

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 May 2019 105,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

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

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 May 2018 100,039 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 100,037 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 98,218 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2017 98,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH MAIN AT REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 82,805 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 73,128 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 72,982 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 65,965 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 60,184 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 60,184 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 57,096 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 42,801 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 42,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 34,881 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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SD57 ULP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SD57 ULP, 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 SD57 ULP registered?

SD57 ULP is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 October 2007.

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