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BU04 CGY

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,774 mi
Last recorded111,774 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 CGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2022 111,774 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

epc light on

oil leak

Fail 3 Dec 2022 111,767 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

engine oil leak

epc light on

Fail 3 Dec 2022 111,767 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 105,232 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 99,545 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 91,895 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 85,160 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

handbrake warning light staying on

Fail 23 Nov 2018 85,160 miles

Offside Parking brake lever inoperative cable detached (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

handbrake warning light staying on

Pass 30 Nov 2017 79,426 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 79,426 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 68,445 miles

center exhaust clamp cracked

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

parking brake pedal return sticking slightly

under vehicle covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 24 Nov 2015 56,654 miles

Both sides both lower arms inner bushes perishing

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 56,654 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both sides both lower arms inner bushes perishing

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 46,493 miles

225/45/R17 91W Fiestone Firehawk SZ90

Front wiper blades smeary

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 46,493 miles

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

225/45/R17 91W Fiestone Firehawk SZ90

Front wiper blades smeary

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 39,850 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 39,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 29,313 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Nov 2012 29,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2011 20,575 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 17,165 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 14,034 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 9,525 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 2,740 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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BU04 CGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU04 CGY, 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 BU04 CGY registered?

BU04 CGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is BU04 CGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 CGY shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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