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BG54 HDX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

152,481 mi
Last recorded152,481 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 HDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 152,481 miles

both sides rear brake hoses deteriorated

parking brake lever poorly secured

slight leak from centre exhaust

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2017 143,079 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides rears (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Fail 7 Apr 2017 143,061 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides rears (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Apr 2016 134,026 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 122,081 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 111,517 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 98,737 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 86,683 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 85,938 miles

Slight Discoloured Rear Indicators when operated

Pass 3 Jul 2010 84,923 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 78,657 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 66,763 miles

Both number plates beginning to delaminate

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 53,085 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 HDX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BG54 HDX, 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 BG54 HDX registered?

BG54 HDX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2004.

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