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BT54 LXV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,124 mi
Last recorded98,124 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 LXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 98,124 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 96,693 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 94,357 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 93,381 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 92,206 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 90,360 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 88,311 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 86,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 84,449 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 82,433 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 79,124 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 76,326 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 72,171 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 69,854 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 69,861 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 62,992 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 56,067 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 48,124 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 40,719 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 40,716 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 32,830 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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BT54 LXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BT54 LXV, 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 BT54 LXV registered?

BT54 LXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is BT54 LXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 LXV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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