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BV04 XWN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,652 mi
Last recorded133,652 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 XWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 133,652 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 133,652 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 110,969 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 105,207 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 102,774 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 102,774 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 97,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 89,780 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 77,986 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear child seat fitted

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust bracket missing

Pass 28 Jan 2015 69,120 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 64,646 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 64,646 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 61,779 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2013 61,753 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 56,956 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 51,735 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 46,851 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 43,263 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 43,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,610 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 29,592 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,559 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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BV04 XWN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BV04 XWN, 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 BV04 XWN registered?

BV04 XWN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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The MOT history for BV04 XWN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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