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CBZ 916

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,377 mi
Last recorded93,377 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBZ 916
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 93,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 92,217 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all over rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 90,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 89,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 87,351 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 85,541 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 84,268 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 83,465 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 81,183 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 78,113 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 78,108 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 74,895 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 69,717 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 65,439 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 60,060 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 60,060 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,746 miles

both rear tyres wearing very slightly on outer edges

n/s/f tyre almost on limit on inside rib

o/s/f tyre approching wear markers

Fail 13 Aug 2012 55,644 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres wearing very slightly on outer edges

n/s/f tyre almost on limit on inside rib

o/s/f tyre approching wear markers

Pass 9 Aug 2011 50,255 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 39,276 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Aug 2009 29,047 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 21,431 miles

O/S/F LOWER SEAT BELT MOUNT LOOSE

Pass 10 Jan 2008 20,547 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 17,390 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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CBZ 916 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CBZ 916, 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 CBZ 916 registered?

CBZ 916 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is CBZ 916 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBZ 916 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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