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D10 HRU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,524 mi
Last recorded72,524 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD10 HRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 72,524 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 69,431 miles

General corrosion on underside of vehicle front to rear

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 69,417 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

General corrosion on underside of vehicle front to rear

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 66,292 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 66,291 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 57,527 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 57,527 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 51,186 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 45,962 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 43,255 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 43,255 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 37,523 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 33,708 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 31,621 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 30,281 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,342 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 22,697 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 21,599 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 18,458 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 16,912 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 15,619 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 12,581 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 10,891 miles

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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D10 HRU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 D10 HRU, 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 D10 HRU registered?

D10 HRU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is D10 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D10 HRU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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