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BP04 JFU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

94,379 mi
Last recorded94,379 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP04 JFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 94,379 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

engine under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 30 Jun 2022 91,496 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

engine under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 9 Jul 2021 88,414 miles

engine under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 8 Jul 2020 85,951 miles

engine undertrays fitted obscuring some items

Fail 8 Jul 2020 85,951 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

engine undertrays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 25 Apr 2019 82,442 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,762 miles

engine undertrays and under bonnet covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 5 May 2017 73,525 miles

both rear tyres worn on outside edges

engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Apr 2016 68,936 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 1 May 2015 64,802 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 2 May 2014 59,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 56,186 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 54,045 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2011 53,667 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 52,056 miles

plastic covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 Dec 2008 50,904 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

plastic covers fitted to outer sills and underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Nov 2007 49,075 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 49,075 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 45,053 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 30,375 miles

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

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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BP04 JFU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BP04 JFU, 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.

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What year was BP04 JFU registered?

BP04 JFU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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