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BD04 DKA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,960 mi
Last recorded145,960 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 DKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 145,960 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 145,960 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 136,214 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 128,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge 3mm-4mm bridgestone 205/55/16 91v

Fail 28 May 2014 128,233 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge 3mm-4mm bridgestone 205/55/16 91v

offside front spot light lens broken

Pass 30 May 2013 118,944 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2013 118,944 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2012 112,401 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 104,399 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 96,844 miles

Rear number plate starting to delaminat.

Fail 19 May 2010 96,844 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear number plate starting to delaminat.

Pass 27 May 2009 88,431 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST FLEXI-JOINT BROKEN UP CAUSING RATTLE

REGISTRATION PLATES WATER MARKED

SEAT BELT STOP MISSING N/S/F

Pass 12 Jun 2008 79,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 63,497 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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BD04 DKA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD04 DKA, 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 BD04 DKA registered?

BD04 DKA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 July 2004.

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