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BN53 NYR

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,542 mi
Last recorded89,542 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2014 89,542 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 84,371 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 78,287 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 70,145 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 70,075 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 62,141 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 52,940 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 44,453 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 44,453 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,377 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 35,331 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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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BN53 NYR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 BN53 NYR, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 NYR?

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What year was BN53 NYR registered?

BN53 NYR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is BN53 NYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 NYR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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