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AV54 PVJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,390 mi
Last recorded36,390 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 PVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 36,390 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 35,765 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 34,551 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 34,551 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 33,731 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 33,690 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 32,762 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 32,101 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 31,556 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 30,582 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 29,806 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 28,703 miles

Rear SLIGHTLY CRACKED

Pass 3 Nov 2015 27,359 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 26,084 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 25,110 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,071 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 20,698 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 19,308 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 16,723 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 14,468 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 11,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2007 11,940 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

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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AV54 PVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AV54 PVJ, 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 AV54 PVJ registered?

AV54 PVJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is AV54 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 PVJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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