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BN54 JBZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,506 mi
Last recorded127,506 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 JBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 127,506 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust heatshield adrift

Fail 21 Sep 2020 127,505 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust heatshield adrift

Pass 20 Aug 2019 121,698 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 112,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 109,600 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 109,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 106,006 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 101,192 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 101,141 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2014 97,700 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 94,483 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 91,570 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 87,099 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 70,460 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 57,841 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 44,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,420 miles

Park brake antislip rubber missing

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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BN54 JBZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BN54 JBZ, 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 BN54 JBZ?

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What year was BN54 JBZ registered?

BN54 JBZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is BN54 JBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 JBZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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