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DE04 VLF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

211,169 mi
Last recorded211,169 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 VLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 211,169 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Sep 2020 211,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 28 Aug 2020 211,149 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Jul 2019 199,200 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 31 Jul 2018 175,338 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 31 Jul 2018 175,338 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 7 Aug 2017 150,664 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 7 Aug 2017 150,663 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 139,062 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 139,062 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2015 127,544 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 116,541 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 106,976 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 106,976 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 91,185 miles

nearside rear tyre 3mm and worn on outer edge

Fail 10 May 2012 91,185 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

nearside rear tyre 3mm and worn on outer edge

Pass 13 May 2011 79,903 miles

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

O/S Headlamp weak beam pattern

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

Pass 14 May 2010 64,618 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 52,300 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 35,456 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 27,473 miles

o/s/f tyre has slight distortion on side wall inner side

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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DE04 VLF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DE04 VLF, 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 DE04 VLF registered?

DE04 VLF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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