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CEZ 6578

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,880 mi
Last recorded142,880 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEZ 6578
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 142,880 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 139,671 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 127,894 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 122,820 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 122,820 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 103,591 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 4 Oct 2012 103,591 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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CEZ 6578 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CEZ 6578, 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 CEZ 6578 registered?

CEZ 6578 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is CEZ 6578 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEZ 6578 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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