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BU04 CGZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

167,734 mi
Last recorded167,734 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 167,734 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 167,734 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 130,594 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 125,038 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 120,641 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 117,029 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 108,602 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 89,173 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 89,173 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 May 2009 80,512 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2008 72,123 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 72,062 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 52,984 miles

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

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 CGZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BU04 CGZ, 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 CGZ registered?

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

Is BU04 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 CGZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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