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BK04 FKF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

140,460 mi
Last recorded140,460 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 FKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2023 140,460 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached front rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 136,597 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 131,852 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most arm faces down (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 127,794 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 123,579 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 119,712 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 119,707 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting fractured cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2017 115,275 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 18 Oct 2016 102,782 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 93,244 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 93,244 miles

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

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 87,373 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 83,428 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 83,428 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 79,289 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 72,235 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 64,997 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

trim insecure n/s/f bumper

Pass 13 Aug 2009 58,690 miles

N/s mirror idicator damaged

Park brake pedal rubber missing

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 16 Feb 2009 55,353 miles

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED BY BELLY PLATES UNABLE TO GAIN FULL ACCESS

Fail 11 Feb 2009 55,343 miles

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

PLASTIC SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED BY BELLY PLATES UNABLE TO GAIN FULL ACCESS

Pass 22 Feb 2008 49,718 miles

FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES NOT MEET THE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS, AND ARE ILLEGAL FOR ROAD USE

Fail 22 Feb 2008 49,718 miles

FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES NOT MEET THE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS, AND ARE ILLEGAL FOR ROAD USE

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 42,557 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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BK04 FKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FKF, 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 FKF registered?

BK04 FKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is BK04 FKF safe to buy?

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