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BN04 GLV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

122,926 mi
Last recorded122,926 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 GLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 122,926 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2014 115,057 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 3 Dec 2013 106,846 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 96,433 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Dec 2012 96,433 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 86,418 miles

Front 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 23 Dec 2010 81,634 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 75,614 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 70,098 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 59,007 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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BN04 GLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN04 GLV, 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 BN04 GLV registered?

BN04 GLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is BN04 GLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 GLV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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