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BT04 KNW

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,064 mi
Last recorded93,064 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT04 KNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 93,064 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 91,402 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 86,468 miles

rear brake pipes starting to corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 70,052 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 70,052 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 72,538 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 65,037 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 54,836 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 44,304 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 44,303 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 36,207 miles

LONG HANDBRAKE TRAVEL

UNEVEN WEAR TO FRONT TYRES

Pass 12 Jun 2007 26,884 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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BT04 KNW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BT04 KNW, 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 BT04 KNW registered?

BT04 KNW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 June 2004.

Is BT04 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT04 KNW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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