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AV54 XVO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,391 mi
Last recorded66,391 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 66,391 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 61,877 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 58,034 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 54,774 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 52,814 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 52,687 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 52,687 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 52,070 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror dimming function defective (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 50,787 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 50,787 miles

Offside Front Lower Undertray likely to become detached wheel arch trim falling off (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm bush worn splitt (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm bush worn and splitt (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 47,986 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 47,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2017 44,888 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 42,438 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 40,063 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 37,327 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 34,626 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 32,740 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 30,177 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 28,037 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 25,424 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 21,823 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 18,319 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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AV54 XVO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 XVO, 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 XVO registered?

AV54 XVO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is AV54 XVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 XVO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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