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BK04 ETZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,982 mi
Last recorded120,982 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 ETZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2012 120,982 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre worn low

Pass 26 Feb 2011 104,515 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 86,853 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2009 64,682 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 46,893 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 35,107 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 35,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

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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BK04 ETZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK04 ETZ, 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 BK04 ETZ registered?

BK04 ETZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is BK04 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK04 ETZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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