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SG57 ZZL

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,717 mi
Last recorded124,717 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG57 ZZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2020 124,717 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 124,709 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 118,943 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 114,477 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 114,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 110,475 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 103,005 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 103,005 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 96,216 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 96,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Feb 2014 86,743 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 86,743 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 65,913 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 65,913 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 57,908 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 38,681 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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SG57 ZZL is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SG57 ZZL, 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 SG57 ZZL registered?

SG57 ZZL is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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The MOT history for SG57 ZZL shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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