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CP53 PMO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,799 mi
Last recorded144,799 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 PMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2012 144,799 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 131,660 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front brake discs inside faces worn.

engine management light on.

nearside front track control arm ball joint dust cover split.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 131,186 miles

both front brake discs worn.

underbelly covered with plastic covers.

Pass 29 Jan 2010 114,936 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

majority of underside of vehicle covered by plastic undertrays--unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Fail 29 Jan 2010 114,935 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

majority of underside of vehicle covered by plastic undertrays--unable to fully inspect vehicle.

Pass 27 Feb 2009 99,547 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front lower suspension arm outer ball joint dust covers split.

underbelly of vehicle covered with plastic trays-- unable to check brake and fuel lines, prescribed areas and floorpan.

Pass 7 Jan 2008 78,940 miles

both front lower suspension arm outer ball joint dust covers split.

Pass 6 Feb 2007 61,896 miles

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

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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CP53 PMO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 CP53 PMO, 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 CP53 PMO registered?

CP53 PMO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is CP53 PMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 PMO shows 8 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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