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CA54 FNR

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,266 mi
Last recorded141,266 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA54 FNR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 141,266 miles

Engine light on and need urgent attention.

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2014 141,266 miles

Engine light on and need urgent attention.

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 133,509 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 123,181 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 176,714 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 176,709 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

SRS light on

all 4 tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

parking brake light showing on dashboard

Pass 11 Mar 2010 243,550 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 134,948 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 134,948 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 107,262 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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CA54 FNR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA54 FNR, 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 CA54 FNR registered?

CA54 FNR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2004.

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