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DE54 EBN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,572 mi
Last recorded114,572 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 EBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 114,572 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 28 Dec 2016 114,572 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 112,401 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 109,486 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Jan 2015 109,486 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 105,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jan 2014 105,818 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2013 100,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2011 94,612 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 89,633 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 89,633 miles

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 85,459 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 77,668 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 39,530 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 39,279 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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DE54 EBN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DE54 EBN, 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 DE54 EBN registered?

DE54 EBN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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The MOT history for DE54 EBN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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