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BF54 FOA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

128,300 mi
Last recorded128,300 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 FOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 128,300 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 128,268 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2019 121,048 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 112,389 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 106,279 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 98,056 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 96,000 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 85,215 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 85,215 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 86,000 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 86,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 76,260 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 76,260 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 68,333 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 68,333 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 61,939 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 55,309 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 55,309 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 44,796 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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BF54 FOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BF54 FOA, 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 BF54 FOA registered?

BF54 FOA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is BF54 FOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 FOA shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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