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CU04 PXJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

97,876 mi
Last recorded97,876 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 PXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 97,876 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 90,418 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 81,649 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2012 81,649 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 71,598 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 60,747 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 60,747 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2010 48,361 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 48,361 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 48,297 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 38,045 miles

may require front pads/discs + rear pads at next service.

recommend steering set up = front tyre wear at outer.

Fail 2 Jan 2009 38,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

may require front pads/discs + rear pads at next service.

recommend steering set up = front tyre wear at outer.

Pass 12 Dec 2007 25,618 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,098 miles

front pads low

rear tyres on legal limit(tread)

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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CU04 PXJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CU04 PXJ, 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

How do I check the history of CU04 PXJ?

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What year was CU04 PXJ registered?

CU04 PXJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is CU04 PXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU04 PXJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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