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BU54 WSJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,875 mi
Last recorded131,875 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 WSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2012 131,875 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 119,063 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 116,508 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2010 116,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 100,074 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 83,986 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 83,986 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 66,350 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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BU54 WSJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU54 WSJ, 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

How do I check the history of BU54 WSJ?

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What year was BU54 WSJ registered?

BU54 WSJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2004.

Is BU54 WSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 WSJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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