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DC54 BUS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

214,918 mi
Last recorded214,918 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC54 BUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 214,918 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 190,350 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Undreshilds fitted not allowing full inspection of some items

Fail 14 May 2015 184,975 miles

EML on

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 14 May 2015 184,975 miles

EML on

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2014 169,275 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 161,078 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 130,258 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 108,169 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 86,949 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 74,034 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)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 74,034 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 60,076 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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DC54 BUS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DC54 BUS, 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 DC54 BUS registered?

DC54 BUS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is DC54 BUS safe to buy?

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