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BG54 KVO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,968 mi
Last recorded138,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 138,968 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight power steering fluid leak from nearside rack gaiter

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2015 138,949 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight power steering fluid leak from nearside rack gaiter

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 127,002 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 126,998 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 125,534 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has a cut in sidewall but not to ply or cords

Fail 31 Jan 2013 125,443 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has a cut in sidewall but not to ply or cords

Pass 4 Feb 2012 122,784 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 112,719 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 97,549 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 69,021 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 64,751 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 KVO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KVO, 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 KVO registered?

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

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