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B5 RVS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

102,004 mi
Last recorded102,004 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 RVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 102,004 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 99,456 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 99,222 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 98,776 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 98,776 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 97,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 95,975 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 95,670 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 95,214 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 94,444 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 93,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 91,015 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 82,276 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 76,400 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 65,762 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 60,560 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 49,718 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 42,355 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 33,704 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,027 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 19,713 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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B5 RVS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B5 RVS, 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

How do I check the history of B5 RVS?

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What year was B5 RVS registered?

B5 RVS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is B5 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 RVS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B5 RVS have outstanding finance?

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