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AF54 VZM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

132,066 mi
Last recorded132,066 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 132,066 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 132,066 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 130,189 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 127,531 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 125,050 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 125,029 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 122,748 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 120,142 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 117,734 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 114,296 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 114,292 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 105,019 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 100,015 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 97,790 miles

Rear tyres are getting low

Fail 4 Sep 2009 97,655 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear tyres are getting low

Pass 29 Aug 2008 89,902 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 78,403 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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AF54 VZM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF54 VZM, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF54 VZM?

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What year was AF54 VZM registered?

AF54 VZM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is AF54 VZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 VZM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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