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CN54 VBD

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,198 mi
Last recorded94,198 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN54 VBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 94,198 miles

Exhaust hanger corroded

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 15 Jan 2016 94,193 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Exhaust hanger corroded

Nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 20 Sep 2014 83,624 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 76,795 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 76,793 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 70,924 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2011 62,587 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 62,580 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 53,942 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 43,343 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 33,256 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 28,407 miles

ADVISE BOTH REAR TYRES

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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CN54 VBD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CN54 VBD, 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 CN54 VBD registered?

CN54 VBD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is CN54 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN54 VBD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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