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CE04 HLU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Bronze Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

193,439 mi
Last recorded193,439 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE04 HLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 193,439 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 175,428 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 162,768 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 162,763 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 152,650 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 147,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 23 Jul 2012 139,365 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 137,108 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 137,108 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 127,038 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 116,478 miles

management inspection light indicates fault

Pass 30 Oct 2009 111,214 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 78,468 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 44,483 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 44,213 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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CE04 HLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Bronze with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CE04 HLU, 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 CE04 HLU registered?

CE04 HLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is CE04 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE04 HLU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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