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BN54 LXK

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,155 mi
Last recorded136,155 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 LXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 136,155 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Jan 2015 136,155 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 128,781 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 119,633 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 119,613 miles

engine management light om

srs warning light on

Fail 31 Jan 2013 119,613 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine management light om

srs warning light on

Pass 6 Feb 2012 108,024 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 108,024 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 98,804 miles

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

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 8 Jan 2010 27,788 miles

Nearside Rear 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 15 Jan 2009 66,106 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 51,915 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 50,721 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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BN54 LXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN54 LXK, 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 LXK?

You can check the full history of BN54 LXK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN54 LXK registered?

BN54 LXK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is BN54 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 LXK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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