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BF54 ZDU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

115,142 mi
Last recorded115,142 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 ZDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 115,142 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears also can't inspect pipe under covers (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jan 2023 115,139 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears also can't inspect pipe under covers (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Dec 2021 94,159 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

corrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch/sill area's

nearside rear tyre is wearing on the inner shoulder

Fail 31 Dec 2021 94,159 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

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

corrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch/sill area's

nearside rear tyre is wearing on the inner shoulder

Pass 6 Jan 2021 82,287 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 82,284 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Straight Arm - Marked In Yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Fitted Incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Straight Arm - Marked In Yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Near Smooth Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 74,547 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2020 74,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 73,053 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 71,143 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 69,658 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Airbag switched off

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides. 205/55x16 91v (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components.

Pass 23 Mar 2016 67,681 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2.5mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 67,681 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2.5mm in centre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 65,079 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 65,079 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 63,206 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 59,811 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 56,406 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2012 56,402 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 51,939 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 48,107 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 42,173 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 37,575 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 33,179 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 ZDU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 ZDU, 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 ZDU registered?

BF54 ZDU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2004.

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