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BN54 TGU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,737 mi
Last recorded67,737 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 TGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 67,737 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 65,286 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 64,636 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 62,298 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 62,298 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 62,268 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 57,018 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 51,303 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 42,464 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,389 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 24,858 miles

service overdue

Pass 8 Aug 2013 23,794 miles

Service overdue

Pass 7 Aug 2012 23,025 miles

SERVICE OVERDUE

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 22,033 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 21,135 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 20,325 miles

SERVICE DUE

Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,163 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 18,278 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 18,243 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 TGU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BN54 TGU, 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 BN54 TGU registered?

BN54 TGU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is BN54 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 TGU shows 20 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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