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AO04 SXB

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,300 mi
Last recorded48,300 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 SXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 48,300 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower suspension elements corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cut. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing damaged but no sharp edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cut. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 48,300 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working both at all (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working at all (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower suspension elements corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cut. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing damaged but no sharp edge

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cut. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,171 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,614 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 33,261 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 31,336 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 29,305 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,304 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 26,276 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,483 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 21,888 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 20,153 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 18,441 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 15,490 miles

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

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

Park brake has very little reserve travel

Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,625 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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AO04 SXB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AO04 SXB, 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

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What year was AO04 SXB registered?

AO04 SXB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is AO04 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO04 SXB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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