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2007 Mercedes C 1.8L Petrol · RF57 VDG

RF57 VDG

2007 Mercedes C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2007. Recorded mileage 113,232 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/09/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES C
Year / Origin
2007 · Reading
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 25/09/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
113,232 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 25/09/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2007
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a 2026-06-18 MOT record, and the most recent inspection in September 2025 was conducted at 113,232 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates the MOT has been maintained for approximately 1.5 years, placing the test date well within the acceptable window for a 2007 vehicle. The maintenance trend is stable, as the test results have remained clean without any new faults recorded since the last inspection. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data suggests a relatively flat accumulation of wear. The vehicle has experienced rapid mileage jumps between September 2023 and September 2024, which could indicate a lack of regular maintenance or a significant drop in daily driving volume. However, the total mileage of 113,232 miles is consistent with a low-usage or long-standing vehicle, suggesting that the mechanical components have not accumulated excessive wear on their own. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural risks such as suspension bushings, brake discs, and structural corrosion, as well as for wear on critical components like the anti-roll bar linkages and brake pipes. Given the history of faults, the brake system is the most likely candidate for inspection, including checking for corrosion on the brake pipe and verifying that brake pads are not excessively worn. While the brake discs appear to be in good condition, the history of thin pad wear on the nearside rear indicates that regular servicing may have been skipped, which could lead to premature failure.

RF57 VDG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2025
  • 113,232 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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RF57 VDG Mileage History

  1. 08/09/202276,847 mi
  2. 27/09/202383,339 mi+6,492 mi
  3. 14/09/2024111,707 mi+28,368 mi
  4. 14/09/2024111,707 mi
  5. 26/09/2025113,232 mi+1,525 mi

Average of roughly 11,929 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF57 VDG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 05:35
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mercedes C (RF57 VDG) between September 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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