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BG54 BGF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,849 mi
Last recorded122,849 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2011
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 BGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2011 122,849 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 104,383 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 89,660 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 89,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 May 2009 73,410 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 63,837 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 63,837 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 47,902 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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BG54 BGF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG54 BGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG54 BGF registered?

BG54 BGF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is BG54 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 BGF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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