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CU54 OTM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,395 mi
Last recorded108,395 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU54 OTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 108,395 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 108,395 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 101,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 90,739 miles

oil leaks

Fail 1 Oct 2013 90,722 miles

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

oil leaks

Pass 2 Oct 2012 84,077 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 84,059 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 77,438 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 61,583 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 61,583 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 53,182 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 53,180 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 42,113 miles

front discs ridged and worn

nearside front tyre on limit edges

offside front tyre close to limit on edges

Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,241 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 32,231 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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CU54 OTM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CU54 OTM, 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 CU54 OTM?

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What year was CU54 OTM registered?

CU54 OTM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is CU54 OTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU54 OTM shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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