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DBC 111C

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

47,033 mi
Last recorded47,033 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBC 111C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 47,033 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 44,197 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 41,527 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 41,249 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 31 May 2022 38,394 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 May 2021 37,033 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2020 36,798 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm.. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Worn to outer edge..

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low / on limit / severe cracking, deteriorated/no inner cord showing.. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Faulty may need attention.. (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2020 36,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut/ tear outer sidewall inner cord showing.. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 mm.. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Worn to outer edge..

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Plus worn outer edge.. (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low / on limit / severe cracking, deteriorated/no inner cord showing.. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Faulty may need attention.. (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 35,773 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 May 2019 35,773 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 35,553 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

nsf tyre has age related cracks on sidewall

Pass 4 May 2017 34,123 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 33,804 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear discs rust soiled --unable to see brake pads

underbody tray insecure

Fail 21 Apr 2016 33,804 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear discs rust soiled --unable to see brake pads

underbody tray insecure

Fail 25 Apr 2015 31,950 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,950 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 30,854 miles

O/S WIPER BLADE, POOR CLEARING ACTION.

Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,462 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 28,462 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 26,452 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Apr 2012 26,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 19 Apr 2011 23,402 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 21,158 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 19,819 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,561 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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DBC 111C is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 DBC 111C, 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 DBC 111C registered?

DBC 111C is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is DBC 111C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBC 111C shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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