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BW04 MYG

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

75,973 mi
Last recorded75,973 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 MYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 75,973 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2021 75,960 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 66,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 62,097 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 59,064 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 59,064 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 54,068 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 49,097 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)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 40,686 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,382 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,807 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 26,268 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 23,621 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,621 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,571 miles

Nearside Front 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 9 Apr 2009 18,891 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 18,888 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 16,573 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 16,573 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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BW04 MYG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BW04 MYG, 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.

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What year was BW04 MYG registered?

BW04 MYG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is BW04 MYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW04 MYG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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