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BJ04 XPL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

99,464 mi
Last recorded99,464 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 XPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 99,464 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 92,360 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 84,964 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 84,963 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Thrust arm (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 79,672 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 76,689 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 72,777 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 68,508 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 63,402 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 60,543 miles

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

Nearside suspension arm ball joint gaitor split.

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 54,627 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 47,969 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Sep 2008 39,094 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,221 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 28,412 miles

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

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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BJ04 XPL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BJ04 XPL, 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 BJ04 XPL registered?

BJ04 XPL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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The MOT history for BJ04 XPL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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