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BV54 XAN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

177,818 mi
Last recorded177,818 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 XAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 177,818 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 170,096 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 160,415 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 149,042 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 139,205 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 128,833 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 124,251 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 118,491 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 107,591 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 96,083 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 84,227 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2009 84,227 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 86,286 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 86,937 miles

front brake discs ridged

outer sills + floors covered

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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BV54 XAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BV54 XAN, 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 BV54 XAN registered?

BV54 XAN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is BV54 XAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV54 XAN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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