MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
293,110 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s ()
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s/f & n/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
o/s/r & n/s/r wheel arches has bubbles of corrosion no sharp edges
undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/f & n/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s ()
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s/f & n/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
o/s/r & n/s/r wheel arches has bubbles of corrosion no sharp edges
undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
n/s/r & o/s/r coil springs delaminated & corroded
n/s/r & o/s/r wheel arches has bubbles of corrosion but no sharp edges
Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
n/s/r & o/s/r coil springs delaminated & corroded
n/s/r & o/s/r wheel arches has bubbles of corrosion but no sharp edges
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
Coil spring corroded o/s/r & n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s & n/s (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear underbody & suspension components covered in underseal
Service brake binding but not excessively o/s/r & n/s/r (1.2.1 (f))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
Coil spring corroded o/s/r & n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s & n/s (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear underbody & suspension components covered in underseal
Service brake binding but not excessively o/s/r & n/s/r (1.2.1 (f))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
engine cover & undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s/r lead to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Coil spring corroded o/s/r & n/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear underbody covered in underseal
engine cover & under trays fitted obscuring inspection of some components
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r & o/s/r leads to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
Coil spring corroded n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f & o/s/f (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear brake noisey
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
BN54 UBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 UBG, 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 UBG?
You can check the full history of BN54 UBG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BN54 UBG registered?
BN54 UBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2004.
Is BN54 UBG safe to buy?
The MOT history for BN54 UBG shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BN54 UBG have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BN54 UBG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.