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BG53 UKX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

226,155 mi
Last recorded226,155 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 UKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 226,155 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 226,155 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 217,613 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% door mirror unit (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 217,248 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% door mirror unit (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 205,101 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 200,103 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 199,650 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 188,702 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Jan 2011 176,867 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 176,807 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 162,586 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 145,977 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 145,960 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 113,685 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 83,198 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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BG53 UKX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BG53 UKX, 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 BG53 UKX registered?

BG53 UKX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 February 2004.

Is BG53 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 UKX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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