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CV53 MKA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,135 mi
Last recorded137,135 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 MKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 137,135 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 131,667 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 126,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 121,234 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 119,749 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 117,723 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 115,840 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 115,840 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 111,297 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 109,274 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Oct 2016 104,589 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 101,481 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 97,737 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 96,180 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 96,178 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 93,017 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 81,220 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 77,359 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 71,964 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 71,951 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 54,688 miles

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

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

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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CV53 MKA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CV53 MKA, 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 CV53 MKA registered?

CV53 MKA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is CV53 MKA safe to buy?

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