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SO57 ECF

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,467 mi
Last recorded126,467 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 ECF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 126,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint worn

Pass 17 Dec 2019 111,904 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 109,397 miles

Front brake pipes corroded

main front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2017 104,611 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 102,037 miles

Front brake pipes corroded

Nearside Rear tyre worn low 3mm

Nearside Rear tyre worn low 3mm

Offside Rear axle brake pipe corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2015 95,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225 45 zr 17 on limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Dec 2015 95,468 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225 45 zr 17 on limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Dec 2014 73,203 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2014 73,203 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2013 43,522 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 43,522 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 37,917 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 37,917 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,458 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 25,065 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 25,065 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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SO57 ECF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SO57 ECF, 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 SO57 ECF registered?

SO57 ECF is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2007.

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