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BD04 FVZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

171,170 mi
Last recorded171,170 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 171,170 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 163,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 157,469 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 153,179 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 138,592 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 129,502 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 129,502 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 122,009 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 109,674 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 92,340 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 78,243 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2012 68,089 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 63,015 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 56,517 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 48,518 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 41,659 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 26,880 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 FVZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BD04 FVZ, 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 FVZ registered?

BD04 FVZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is BD04 FVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD04 FVZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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