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AY54 YUL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

104,399 mi
Last recorded104,399 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 YUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 104,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 101,295 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 98,703 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 98,626 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 95,959 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 93,208 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 90,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 88,456 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear - tyre size 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 88,456 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear - tyre size 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 85,171 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 81,542 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 77,469 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Aug 2017 77,469 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 72,386 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 68,222 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 62,617 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 58,174 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 55,351 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 52,309 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 47,831 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 42,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 37,414 miles

FRONT NEARSIDE TYRE WORN LOW ON OUTER EDGE

Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,875 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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AY54 YUL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 AY54 YUL, 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.

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What year was AY54 YUL registered?

AY54 YUL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is AY54 YUL safe to buy?

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