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AV04 EDR

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,549 mi
Last recorded83,549 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 EDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 83,549 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 83,386 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,234 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 69,869 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 65,053 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 58,272 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 53,515 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 48,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 48,476 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 44,097 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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AV04 EDR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV04 EDR, 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 AV04 EDR registered?

AV04 EDR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is AV04 EDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV04 EDR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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